Canillas de Aceituno in Malaga a charming town extends along the slopes of the Sierra Tejeda to the La Maroma peak, the highest in the province of Malaga. For its location alone this town in the Axarquia region, is the perfect place to enjoy both nature and culture.
Local information
Ayuntamiento de Canillas de Aceituno
Plaza de la Constitucion, 29150 Canillas de Aceituno (Malaga)
Telephone: 952-430-025
Residents 1620 |
Health Clinic | Bars, shops, restaurants | Schools | Municipal pool | Beach 30 min |
Golf nearby | Antequera 77Km Malaga 60Km Granada 92Km Seville 235Km | Bus and train services |
Malaga airport 66Km |
Granada airport 89Km |
Seville airport 236Km |
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Main information
Canillas de Aceituno in Malaga has various reservoirs, showing the importance of water in the Axarquia regional town. El Aljibe Árabe o Medieval is from the 16th century and can be found on Huertezuelo street and more modern examples include El Pilar Grande and El Chico.
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Fiestas
- The Dia de la Morcilla – which has been declared as a Festival of Tourist Singularity, is celebrated in April and coincides with the festival of the Virgen de la Cabeza. A religious festival and a tasting session of black pudding accompanied with bread and wine are the central activities of the event.
- Romeria de San Isidro – in May, starts with the removal of the Saint to the Lomilla area. During the day paella is offered to those in attendance and popular local games are organised like carreras de cintas.
- The Feria de Nuestra Senora de la Cabeza – takes place the second weekend of August. The Virgen comes out in a procession and the event is celebrated with an infinite number of activities, amongst which is the Noche Flamenca, which has various acts.
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