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| This charming country area is unspoilt and located in a
traditional rural setting famous for the growing of olives
and grapes. The region is well known for its wine and olive
oil production. Antequera has a long and famous history dating
back to Roman times and is well known for its architecture
and Cathedral. The surrounding countryside is flat with views
to the distant mountains. Most houses are located in or close
to the towns and villages which still retain their Andalucian
friendliness and charm. Driving distance to the coast and
airport at Malaga is approximately 40 minutes via modern sophisticated
roads. The area is ideally located for all the major Cities
in Western Andalucia including, Granada, Seville, Cordoba
and Malaga. Amenities in the region are good with modern shopping,
health care and many fine restaurants. This region will suit
those looking to live in a region of real Spain and still
be sensibly close to the amenities and beaches of the Costa
del Sol. |
| Click on a name in the list below to read about that town
or scroll down to browse through the towns and villages of
the Antequera Region. |
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Antequera is a historical Andalucian
town with Roman baths, a Moorish Castle, Gothic churches,
Renaissance fountains and baroque bell towers. The first
impression of Antequera is that of a typical medieval
town, with the spires of many churches and the walls
and towers of the great Moorish fortress silhouetted
against the sky. In the valley below lie rich farmlands
irrigated by the Guadalhorce River, for centuries this
has been one of Andalucia's most fertile areas, it is
currently a leading producer of asparagus, cereals and
olives. Property here is still relatively in expensive,
but is becoming increasingly popular with both British
and Dutch buyers. |
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Valle de Abdalajìs dates
back to Roman times, the pueblo is surrounded by gently
undulating agricultural land and riverside orchards
irrigated by Las Piedras Riachuelo (stream). The main
crops being sweet potato, citrus trees and cereals.
The village takes its name from the Valle de Abdalajìs
Sierras at the southern edge of the Antequera region. |
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Teba is situated in the west of
the Antequera region and also has Roman roots. Its landscape
is also mainly small hills and undulations with a backdrop
of the Sierra Peñarrubia. It is mainly an agricultural
area producing cereals, grapevine, olive groves and
vegetables with some stone quarries. |
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Campillos stands on a natural
route that links the province of Malaga with the north
of the province of Cadiz in the fertile valley of Antequera.
In the series of hills can be found lagoons of both
salt and fresh water the home of many aquatic birds
and is now a nature reserve. The main produce here is
potatoes, sugar beet, bee keeping and cereals. |
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Sierra de Yeguas lies in the north
of Malaga province on the border between the provinces
of Seville and Córdoba separated by the mountains
of the Sierra de los Caballos. |
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Fuente de Piedra, an agricultural
village situated on flat land in the Antequera Basin,
between Campillos and the border with the province of
Seville. The village owes its fame to the lagoon of
the same name, which, in addition to its enormous ecological
value as home to thousands of flamingos and other migratory
birds in winter, it is also a place of extreme scenic
beauty, particularly during the annual arrival and nesting
periods. |
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Alameda, In the north of the province
of Malaga, on the border with that of Seville, this
village stands on a plain at the edge of the countryside,
with olive groves as its main natural resource. It features
La Ratosa Lagoon, an area protected by the Andalusian
Regional Government. |
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Mollina, a village with long,
straight streets with whitewashed houses situated on
the fertile land with vineyards which produce the fine
wines of the Malaga label. This small and friendly country
town located North of Malaga has all the necessary services
and amenities for those seeking a rural home in Spain.
Offering excellent value for money and with some outstanding
properties available, Mollina is ideally located for
Malaga, Cordoba, Seville and the historic city of Antequera. |
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Humilladero, the smaller neighbour
of Mollina , this vibrant village is within brisk walking
distance of Mollina and the Flamingo Lake. It hosts
all the expected amenities and shopping, including a
large communal pool and recreation park. An agricultural
village located at the heart of the Antequera region
on virtually flat land covered with cereal crops and
olive trees, at the foot of the mountain range of the
same name. |
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Villanueva de Algaidas lies at
540 metres above sea level and is located in the north
east of the Antequera region. It dates back to the 18th
Century when the buildings began to appear around the
Franciscan monastery and eventually formed the village,
although, there are signs of prehistoric origin in las
cuevas de El Pedroso. |
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Cuevas de San Marcos is found
near the province of Córdoba on land crossed
by the Rio Genil and is an area of immense beauty. A
population existed here before Roman times and many
artefacts have been discovered, even a stone menhir
in an area known as Las Cruces (the crossings). |
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Villanueva de Tapia, a village
located on the eastern edge of Antequera, near the provinces
of Granada and Córdoba with the backdrop of the
Sierra del Pedroso. The main activity of this area is
olive groves and the oil mills. |
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Archidona, Situated directly North
of Malaga and East of Antequera this popular area is
approximately 45 minutes drive from the Airport and
the amenities of the Costa del Sol. Predominately a
rural area it is here that traditional old Andalucian
farm and village houses can still be found at sensible
prices. Access to the region is excellent via a modern
road system and the amenities of the area are very good
with many fine restaurants, bars and modern shops. The
health service is excellent with Antequera hospital
15 minutes drive away. The region will suit those looking
for rural retreat with good access to the beaches and
amenities of the coast. |
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Villanueva of Trabuco, located
at the foot of the Gorda and San Jorge Sierras, near
the Malaga Mountains, its landscape is both beautiful
and spectacular, boasting a wide range of vegetation,
colours and shades. The River Guadalhorce is formed
here, by the confluence of streams from the mountains
whose waters are the source of a number of springs such
as the one known as Cien Caños, an interesting
spot to spend a day in the country. The village was
founded as a result of Charles III¹s repopulation
plan and is characterised by its steep streets and the
whitewashed houses with their frontage of flower pots
crammed with colourful flowers that brighten up the
town. As with the other pueblos in this area the main
produce are vegetables, olive trees and cereals. |
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Villanueva de Rosario lies at
the foot of the Jobo and Camarolos Sierras, close to
the Malaga Mountains and its landscape is both beautiful
and spectacular with a variety of vegetation. The Rio
Guadalhorce flows through the village, its banks lined
with ash trees and both poplars and black poplars. The
Romans and Arabs have contributed to the nucleus of
the village with well-preserved buildings, white washed
houses and narrow streets. |
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Villanueva de la Concepcìon,
situated at the foot of the extraordinary natural place
of the Sierra del Torcal, overlooked by the impressive
Torcal Roca (rock). It is an area that has boasted agriculturists
for more than 100 years and is still a producer of wheat,
olives and almonds. It is named after "the Immaculate
one" and was previously known as Sopalmito and
Cuesta. It has been declared an official Beauty Spot
with its carefully preserved white houses, wide streets,
extraordinary water and marvellous climate. |
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Almogia, the village itself is
a lovely white Pueblo nestling in the mountains, and
offers a full selection of all the necessary amenities
including restaurants and local shops. The name of Almogia
comes from the Arabic words Al-mexia, meaning ³the
beautiful one². Almogia is on the tourist route
to El Torcal a natural beauty spot. Arriving in Almogia
will first notice it's typical picturesque white washed
village, with the ruins of the historic castle and the
church with it's beautiful Arab style roof. You will
also enjoy the great hospitality of the local people.
Almogía is a mountain village, rich in history
and traditions, which is becoming increasingly popular
with overseas buyers due to its unspoilt charm. Situated
only 23 kilometres from Malaga, is the perfect location
for all that seek peace and tranquillity, yet might
occasionally wish to visit the sea or the major coastal
towns. Malaga airport is only approx 35 mins away, as
are the major shopping malls and the nearest coastline. |
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