La Axarquía Travel Guide

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A densely packed hillside town with white buildings and a prominent church.
A lighthouse, rocky shoreline, and ocean waves.
A narrow alley with white buildings, potted plants, and a tiled staircase.
A cave with stalactites and stalagmites.
A large red aqueduct in a hilly area with greenery and mountains in the background.

Popular cities in La Axarquía

A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, calm sea, and buildings in the background.
Nerja
Known for Beaches, Romantic and Hills
This resort town on the Costa del Sol has an atmospheric old town, a lively late-night bar scene and pretty beaches set around sandy bays.

Reasons to visit

  • Burriana Beach
  • Balcon de Europa
  • Calahonda Beach
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A densely packed hillside town with white buildings, surrounded by mountains and a clear sky.
Velez-Malaga
Known for Swimming, Trendy and Budget
Escape to relaxing Velez-Malaga! Enjoy its theme park, golf and coffee.

Reasons to visit

  • Costa del Sol
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A coastal lighthouse, rocky shoreline, and a clear view of the ocean.
Torrox
Known for Luxury, Recreation and Secluded
In the province of Malaga, on the shores of the Mediterranean and at the foot of the Sierra de Almijara, lies Torrox: a summer destination packed with surprises.

Reasons to visit

  • Playa en Torrox Costa
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A beach with people sunbathing, umbrellas, and boats.
Frigiliana
Known for Sea, Relaxing and Small town
Enjoy this town located between the Sierras de Almijara, Tejeda y Alhama Nature Park and the Mediterranean and see that while it’s small in size, it’s huge in charm.
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A coastal town with a rocky shoreline, a pier extending into the sea, and a prominent tower in the distance.
Rincon de la Victoria
Known for Beaches, Friendly people and Sea
Relaxing Rincon de la Victoria awaits: its beaches, oceanfront, golf and more!
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A coastal town with terracotta-tiled rooftops, white buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.
Còmpeta
Known for Friendly people, Small town and Family-friendly
Come to relaxing Còmpeta and enjoy its bars, oceanfront and mountain views.
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A coastal town with a beach, boats, and mountains in the background.

Burriana Beach

8.8/10 (376 reviews)
The enticing water of the Mediterranean Sea, watersports, beach bars and a lively promenade make this one of Nerja’s most-loved beaches.
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