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Cala De Mijas – The Centre of Mijas Costa
La Cala de
Mijas is the central point of Mijas Costa and although it has
grown and been built up, especially over the last decade or so,
it still maintains something of its Andalucian village by the
sea atmosphere. From being originally a tiny fishing village,
its population has increased to 10,000 - many of whom are British.
There are schools, a health centre, public library, post office,
shops and cultural centre as well as many excellent bars and restaurants.
There is a
very popular street market ('el barratillo') every Wendesday and
Saturday from around 09:00 - 14:30. The market stalls offer everything
from fresh fruit and vegetables to local crafts, clothes, ceramics
and pottery, flowers and plants and lots more.
La Cala celebrates
its own festivals, such as the annual fair which begins on the
25th July, when the village is all decked out for a week of festivities,
when you can sample the traditional sherry, wines and tapas and
listen to local music and enjoy the dancing.
Saturday nights
in the hot summer months of July and August are magical in La
Cala. The promenade becomes a festival of classical music and
Flamenco dancing. With the outline of the old 16th Century watchtower
of Torre Vieja as a backdrop and moon reflecting down on the expanse
of sea, the village celebrates a season of Noches de Luna y Playa
(Nights of Moon and Beach).
(The above
artical was taken from Andalucia
website)
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