Archez

The pueblo (village) of Archez is located in the central area of Axarquia, 21 km from Vélez Málaga and 435 meters above sea level. The annual average precipitation is 670 l / m 2 and the average temperature is 17 º C.

It is one of the smallest villages of the Axarquia, situated in the Sayalonga River Valley and the foothills of the Sierras of Tejeda and Almijara. Originally a Moorish village, where the vine was the main crop, it still is an important element in its landscape and its economy. The people of Árchez were described as the Jewel of Merinita in the XII century.

Monuments

Mudejar minaret (tower to call the faithful to prayer)
Árchez streets
Church of Our Lady of the Incarnation
Remains of Ancient Wall.
 Fidela's Mill

Gastronomy

Árchez Typical in traditional Arab dishes like fennel soup with rice, bread crumb coated sardines and cod tortillas with honey, are among the specialties that visitors can enjoy. It also highlights the own production of wine, for private use or for sale in bars and for private parties. Also of note is the production of grapes, olives, almonds, and to a lesser extent, avocados.

Directions

Archez be reached via the Mediterranean motorway (A-7) from anywhere on the Costa del Sol near Velez Malaga. Algarrobo is a detour to the highway A-6203, (nearby is Sayalonga) and immediately return to the MA-115, and you will reach Archez.

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