Velez Malaga, Costa del Sol, Andalucia, Spain

Velez Malaga is the regional centre of La Axarquia, Velez Malaga is the centre of an agricultural region known, which produce the muscatel grapes from which the famous Malaga wines are made. The march of residential tourism and coastal development in Torre del Mar since the 1960's has reduced the areas dependency on this sector.

The oldest part of the town, known as Arrabal de San Sebastian, is a picturesque area of narrow streets. You will also come across attractive mansions built during the 16th and 17th centuries

The town is worth a day trip if you're staying near the area and there are some interesting buildings, a cultural heritage centre and a large park within walking distance of each other. Spectacular views of the area can be seen by walking up the pathways from Arrabal de San Sebastian to the church

Shops are a mixture of town centre, the out-of-town El Ingenio Commercial Center and popular Thursday market.