On the foothills of the mountain range rising behind the Mediterranean coast, Mijas enjoys a uniquely mild microclimate, which has turned into a town virtually entirely dedicated to tourism with an outstanding infrastructure. A typical Andalusian village, with its narrow streets clinging to the side of the mountain and its white-washed houses decorated with flowers.
A minute of History:
Mijas was part of Turdetania, and there are still some remains from that era located in the present of its town wall. Its rich mines were worked by Phoenicians and Greeks, and the ores set to the Far East in small ships.
The city was called Tamisa by the Romans, and it was an important commercial centre close to the via Appìa linking Malaga and Cadiz. The city was occupied by Arabs for many centuries, until its reconquest by the Christian Monarch in 1492.
The city belonged to the kingdom of Ben Hafsun until it was reconquered by Abderraman III .
Mijas fight bravely against the conquest by the catholic armies, by after the subdue of Malaga to the Catholic Monarchs, Mijas surrender itself to the Monarchs.
During the war between the Communities, Mijas remained faithful to the Emperor, for that reason, the queen Doña Juana, as per Royal Mandat on the 2nd. January 1521, confered the town the title of Villa.
General Information:
Its 12 kms, of well maintained beaches all fly the EU blue flag. Citizens from all over Europe have settled there, and coexist in Mijas with an exceptional quality of life
Where to go:
The old town centre remains a characteristic Arab town, so a walk through its narrow streets is a walk through history. Visit its tiny unique irregularly-shaped bullring and for children of all ages, a visit by "burro taxi" is a must. Mijas's fleet of friendly donkeys, with their colourful harnessers and number plates, can be hired to tour the town at any time.
Entertainment:
It was the inhabitants of this town who invented an entertaining means of transport for tourists called the "burro taxi". Riding on a "burro", or donkey taxi is fun for both children and adults. Not only that but you'll also be able to obtain your driving licence instantly, fully entitling you to drive
Attractions:
A look at the extraordinary panorama which stretches below the Balcony del Mediterraneo, will leave an unforgettable memory of this enchanting town.
Facilities:
It is now surrounded by over 100 urbanizations golf clubs as Los Lagos or Los Olivos to mention only a couple of the seven courses it has; as the fantastic ByblosAndaluz, a funny water park and other facilities.
Gastronomy:
Do not miss the occasion to enjoy its delicious typical dish "guiso de pato" - duck stew - or "guiso de callos" - pheasant stew.
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