{"id":598,"date":"2022-12-28T09:25:30","date_gmt":"2022-12-28T08:25:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lolitamalaga.es\/?p=598"},"modified":"2023-02-23T08:11:54","modified_gmt":"2023-02-23T07:11:54","slug":"the-white-villages-route-in-malaga","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lolitamalaga.es\/en\/ruta-de-los-pueblos-blancos-de-malaga\/","title":{"rendered":"The White Villages Route in M\u00e1laga"},"content":{"rendered":"

M\u00e1laga is one of the top tourist destinations for travellers; it is known for its long, beautiful beaches<\/a><\/strong>, weather<\/strong> y gastronomy<\/a> <\/strong>, however, the capital of the Costa del Sol is much more than that; it also boasts a host of beautiful whitewashed villages that instil a sense of peace and tranquillity in anyone who visits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We might even say that these villages stand out not only for the white of their whitewashed houses, but also for the abundance of greenery that surrounds them, creating a synergy that reminds us of the Andalusian flag; some say this is no coincidence, and that the blend of colours is because these are the villages of the most authentic and deeply rooted Andalusia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are a total of 20 villages scattered throughout the most secluded parts of the provinces of M\u00e1laga and C\u00e1diz. They are certainly well worth a visit to explore their churches \u2013 each in its own unique style \u2013 archaeological sites from all periods, museums, castles\u2026 In short, to fully appreciate and admire the province\u2019s historical, cultural and natural heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this guide, we\u2019ll take a tour of the most notable and picturesque white villages in the capital of the Costa del Sol. Grab your sunglasses, some comfy trainers and your camera \u2013 let\u2019s get going!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Casares<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Casares
Source: www.tripadvisor.es<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Casares is one of the most hidden white villages with history (link to History of M\u00e1laga)<\/strong> in the province. Legend has it that it owes its name to a visit by Julius Caesar, but some also say it is linked to the Arabic word for \u2018castle\u2019. In any case, there are plenty of things to do in Casares and it is undoubtedly one of the white villages of M\u00e1laga that you simply mustn\u2019t miss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From the top of Casares, you can even see Gibraltar. Don\u2019t forget to visit Casares Castle and the Church of La Encarnaci\u00f3n, which are two of the village\u2019s main attractions. You may also spot rare birds, such as the griffon vulture, as the area around Casares is protected for its diverse birdlife.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gauc\u00edn<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Gauc\u00edn,
Source: www.gaucin.es<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Nestled within an incredible natural green landscape lies Gauc\u00edn, a picturesque little village situated very close to Casares. If you go there, don\u2019t miss the Castillo del \u00c1guila perched on top of a hill. You\u2019ll be able to admire the village as if you were a real eagle!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mijas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mijas,
Source: www.mijas.es<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

This is one of the most famous stops on the route; situated on a hilltop overlooking the sea, you can explore its beautiful white streets and alleyways by donkey-taxi and enjoy its architecture inspired by the Arab era. From the top of its city walls, you can admire the whole city and the vast Mediterranean Sea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Benaoj\u00e1n<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Benaoj\u00e1n,
Source: www.malaga.es<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Benaoj\u00e1n is regarded as one of the villages with the most beautiful natural surroundings on the route; it lies within the Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park, and it is undoubtedly the green spaces and natural landscapes that surround the village that attract more and more tourists every year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you visit, don\u2019t miss the Torre del Moro, built during the Al-Andalus period to control traffic through the Guadiaro River valley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Almog\u00eda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Almog\u00eda,
Source: www.tripadvisor.es<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

This village is a good choice for those who don\u2019t want to stray too far from the coast; it\u2019s only a half-hour\u2019s drive from M\u00e1laga city centre. The picturesque village of Almog\u00eda is ideal for a stroll whilst you admire its fascinating history and architecture. If you go, don\u2019t forget to visit the Torre de Vela, which offers a panoramic view of the village and the surrounding area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From Lolita, your Andalusian tavern<\/a><\/strong> We hope you\u2019ve enjoyed this tour of the prettiest white villages in the capital of the Costa del Sol, and remember that right in the heart of M\u00e1laga you can also immerse yourself in the very essence of Andalusia through unique dishes and an atmosphere that\u2019s quintessentially traditional Andalusian.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

M\u00e1laga es uno de los principales destinos tur\u00edsticos de los viajeros, es conocida por sus extensas y bonitas playas, clima y gastronom\u00eda , sin embargo, la capital de la Costa del sol es mucho m\u00e1s, tambi\u00e9n ofrece un sinf\u00edn de preciosos pueblos te\u00f1idos de blanco que dan una sensaci\u00f3n de paz y tranquilidad a cualquiera […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":607,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[29,33,31],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-598","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-malaga","category-pueblos-de-malaga","category-turismo-malaga"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/lolitamalaga.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/598","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/lolitamalaga.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/lolitamalaga.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lolitamalaga.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lolitamalaga.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=598"}],"version-history":[{"count":9,"href":"https:\/\/lolitamalaga.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/598\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":618,"href":"https:\/\/lolitamalaga.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/598\/revisions\/618"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lolitamalaga.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/607"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/lolitamalaga.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=598"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lolitamalaga.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=598"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lolitamalaga.es\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=598"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}