Mijas Pueblo, Costa del Sol, Andalucia, Spain

One of the most popular visitor attractions for day-trippers from the coast, Mijas Pueblo is a picture postcard Andalucian town. The historic quarter is home to immaculate whitewashed terraced homes, churches and hermitages with shops surrounding a courtyard where visitors can relax, eat and drink. The area become well known internationally when it was used as one of the main locations in the 1967 movie Fathom starring Raquel Welch. The film shows scenes of the main square, bull ring, cafes and houses along with coastal shots of Nerja and other resorts including Torremolinos.

The excellent climate throughout the year, as well as the quality of the sea water, make Mijas an ideal destination for those who are looking for a place which allows them to enjoy the coastline( including Mijas Costa) without missing out on the attractions hidden in the hillsides of Malaga. There are several excellent restaurants located here making Mijas a great place to enjoy a leisurely lunch or evening meal. There are a large selection of gift shops and it is a good place to find paintings of Andalucia from local artists.