Malaga is much more than sunshine and beaches. The province is full of charming places that value the landscape, places to be enveloped by the senses and that stand out for their great beauty. We will highlight some of them in this post.
Dunas de Artola
Location: Marbella, Málaga
Located near Cabopino, in the area of Marbella that borders Mijas, the wind and the current of the sea has generated the Natural Monument of the Dunes of Artola. In addition to the dunes and the vegetation at the edge of the sea, you can enjoy the wonderful views where the Tower of Thieves stands out, while you walk along the wooden walkways on the Coastal Path of Malaga.
These dunes provide shelter to the only nudist beach that exists in the area. This place offers the visitor an unusual spectacle of natural beauty, far from coastal urbanism.
Castaño Santo de Istán
Location: Istán, Málaga.
Located in the town of Istán, it is one of the few ancient trees that are still preserved in the province of Malaga. Its perimeter is 15 meters while at ground level it brushes 22 m and reaches a height of about 25 meters. The Castaño Santo is located within the area known as Hoyo del Bote, surrounded by an impressive cork oak, as well as chestnut trees, holm oaks and pine trees.
You can reach it on foot after an intense route of about 30 kilometers or by SUV.
Fuente de los 100 caños
Location: Villanueva del Trabuco, Málaga.
Without a doubt, one of the most charming places in Malaga. Dozens of water jets sprout from the walls from this gigantic fountain attached to the limestone wall of the mountains. It is an impressive spring located a few kilometers from the town. In its vicinity, many neighbors of the region take the opportunity to have a pleasant picnic.
El Santo de Pizarra
Location: Pizarra, Málaga
Located in the municipality of Pizarra, the site of El Santo can be reached through the network of trails that exist in the area, crossing Raja Ancha, or directly by car. The place of El Santo is one of the best viewpoints from which to appreciate the beauty of the Guadalhorce Valley. From the location of the sculpture that gives name to this enclave, municipalities such as Álora, Pizarra, Cártama, Alhaurín el Grande or Coín can be seen.
Arabic staircase
Location: Álora (El Chorro), Málaga
Located in the Natural Area of the Gorge of the Gaitanes, the Arab Staircase or Escalerilla, is one of the best places to enjoy in the surroundings of the Caminito del Rey . This construction allows you to cross the Castillones area through its central part through its 256 steps, of different shapes and dimensions. Carved into the rock, the staircase has a steep slope, offering the visitor impressive views of the natural environment.
