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Benahavís is one of the most mountainous villages in the western end of the Costa del Sol, which accounts for its name, the Moorish origin of which means “Sons of the Abyss” in English. Taking the large number of sporting facilities in private housing estates in the area into account, the result is a very pleasant and entertaining place to spend a holiday
A minute of History:
The village itself began life sometime back in the end of the 11th century, when the Moors established a fortification to defend themselves against attack on their western flank. Due to its strategic position, this fortification played an important role in the different battles between the various Taifa de Al-Andalus factions. From the castle walls one can see more than a hundred kilometres of Spanish coastline and the African coastline facing it.
Events:
The annual Romería in honour of the Virgen del Rosario takes place on October 6th and 7th, when the people of the village accompany the image of the Virgin along the streets. The festival in honour of the patron saint takes place in August, beginning with a mass in which various flamenco groups participate. Another favourite festival in Benahavís is the Gastronomic Day, celebrated in June and in which the restaurants of the place offer samples of their best dishes at the entrance to the village. And to maintain local culture and tradition, there is a cultural week with photography, flamenco dancing and singing and other activities and competitions organised.
Nature:
One of the most beautiful areas around Benahavís is the narrow canyon carved out by the centuries of flow from the river Guadalmina. It has recently been declared a Monument of Natural Interest.
Worth a visit....:
One of the most beautiful parts of the area is Las Angosturas, rich in wildlife and vegetation and ideal for rural tourism, trekking and cycling right through the year.
Golf Information:
With six golf courses in the municipality and three more being built, there is little doubt about which sport is most popular in this area. Part of the success of the game of golf in Benahavís is the wonderful landscape surrounding the courses. The area is also very good for the practice of trekking and fishing.
Gastronomy:
Benahavís is famous all over the Costa del Sol for its cuisine, and has a wide selection of restaurants, some of them among the best in Andalucía. The selection of food is wide, but the specialities of the place are pork products, lamb and game. Steaks are prepared here in many different ways, and in the local restaurants one can eat a wide variety of meats and fish, all with one thing in common: well prepared and well cooked.
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