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Mijas

Mijas has a population of 42283. It is located in the Spanish province of Malaga  and one of the prettiest places on the Costa del Sol. It is divided into two distinct areas - Mijas Costa which is a bustling beachfront resort and Mijas Pueblo which must rate as one of the most attractive villages in Spain. Mijas Pueblo is a village of whitewashed buildings typical of many found in that region. It is perched high on the mountainside with fantastic views of the Mediterranean and a scenic backdrop of endless pine forests.  It was discovered by tourists in the 1960s and is now the home of many expats., so you will feel at home here.

The original spring that provided natural mineral water for the villages can still be seen providing a tap in a wall for the thirsty tourist. Foreign visitors will also be delighted by the original form of transport where ‘donkey taxis’ trek around. Also hand made wicker and linen items are still made by local. The pueblo is also noted for its delicious local bread, honey and almond cakes. A popular local dish you'll find served in most of the Spanish restaurants here is "gazpachuelo" (an egg soup variant of the famous Andalucian cold tomato soup).

Only about fifteen minutes away on the coastal road you’ll find Mijas Costa (also known as La Cala) which again has that rustic feel being  originally a fishing village. It is popular for its watersports, bars and restaurants.

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