Gaucin (pronounced gow-theen) is a traditional Spanish village on a hillside with the Castillo del Aguila ruin as its main focal point that is visible from miles away. Gaucin is located north of Casares and to the west of Ronda some 2000 feet above sea level and is a popular area for foreign visitors and property owners. The area surrounding Gaucin is stunning in any direction. particularly in winter and spring and makes for a very enjoyable trip. You can see the coast, north Africa and Gibraltar on a clear day.
For such a small town there is a very good selection of bars and restaurants serving international cuisine, a testament to the areas appeal to tourists. Rare birds and an abundance of other wildlife and flora make the area popular with nature lovers, ramblers and artists. The narrow streets designed for mules is difficult for cars so it's advised to park on the entrance and walk around.
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