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is on the Costa del Sol and lies between
small coves and surrounded by impressive mountain scenery. At
the easterly end of the province, only 50kms and a one hour drive
from Málaga and within 1 ½ hours drive of Granada,
you will find Nerja, the tourist capital of the Axarquia.
With its perfect
climate, you can enjoy yourself all year round and take
advantage of the relaxed way of life of a village that still retains
much of the character of its moorish past.
The historic centre, than begins in the Balcón
de Europa (Balcony of Europe), was constructed around 1487.
Formerly a 9th Century Castle, it is now a viewing point above
the sea. To the side of the Balcón, you will find the 17th
Century El Salvador Church, constructed in baroque-mudejar
style.
In the old quarter of town,
typical small shops offer local craftworks and products of the
area, including the sweet wine and olive oil, honey and tropical
fruits. At the beach and fish restaurants you can enjoy the “pescaito
frito” (fried fish), whilst the many international restaurants
in town offer a wide variety of menus to suit all tastes.
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Today, Nerja
offers an excellent range of quality leisure time facilities for
families and couples. There are a fine selection of beaches, including
the internationally famous Burriana beach
that has once again been awarded by the Blue Flag of the European
Union.
Lounge on the excellent sandy
beaches, read a book, take an occasional dip in the sea to cool
off , have lunch in one of the several beach restaurants. Siesta
on one of the beach loungers under a rafia parasol while topping
up your sun tan.
Relax at Villa Rosaleen around
the pool or on your private terraces, until you walk into town
in the warm evening and stroll around the Balcon
de Europa to see the street entertainers, international
cafes, restaurants, bars, interesting shops and local crafts.
For those who seek alternative
activities on their holidays, visit the world famous Nerja
caves, and the Alhambra Palace
at Granada, and the traditional market every Tuesday. There is
fishing, diving, waterskiing, canoeing, water bikes, hiking, cycling,
horseriding, walking, jeep safaris, paragliding and much more...
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