This area is ideal for rural living, a quiet holiday spent trekking, cycling, climbing, even just relaxing. On the other hand - if you're looking for adventure - hang gliding is also an option. In fact, the latter is so popular in this area that many call this the "Flight Capital" of Málaga, and aficionados from around the world come here to practice their favourite sport and enjoy the peaceful views that stretch out over the Guadalhorce Valley to the Mediterranean sea. It is within an hours drive from Malaga International Airport. It is aslo close to the village of Alora and the El Chorro lakes.
In reality, the idyllic views of the traditional Spanish countryside are well preserved throughout this area, with vast olive groves stretching as far as the eye can see. Cereals are also a major crop and many a field is dedicated to cultivating them in this area, adding to the strong, agricultural flavour to the ambience. Peace, quiet and clean, rural air are all trademarks of this down to earth paradise.
Valle de Abdalajis has a long and varied history as well, which is proven by the rich archeological finds in this area. It seems that everyone from the Romans to the Phoenicians to the Arabs and more, passed through and left their mark on the area. The village's name is thought to have come from the Arab who founded it: Abd-el-Aziz.
the Antigua Posada (old inn building), Palacio de los Condes de Corbos (Palace of the Counts of Corbos), San Lorenzo parish church, Madre Petra convent, Cristo de la Sierra hermitage and La Peana (Roman pedestal)
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