Periana - Málaga

The municipality of Periana is situated in the comarca (region) of Alta-Axarquia, on the slopes of the Sierra de Alhama, near to the Zafarraya gap, on land gently sloping down towards the region of Vélez, in which the La Viñuela Reservoir adds a touch of colour to the environment. Surrounded by fruit orchards and olive groves, it is famous for its peaches and for the high quality oil produced on these lands.

Its origin as a municipality dates back to 1761, and it was partially destroyed in the earthquake of 1884.

The town of Periana is at 550 metres above sea level, is 23km distant from Vélez and 48km from Malaga city. The area's average annual rainfall is 620 l/m2 and the average temperature is 16 º C.

Monuments

Baños de Vilo
Huerta de Antonio Díaz
San Isidro Labrador Church
Puente (Bridge)
Antigua Lavadero Municipal (ancient washhouse)
Cerro de Capellania (hill or height)
Cerro del Fuerte

Directions

From the Autovia Mediterraneo (A-7, N-340) take the A.335 towards Velez, do not enter the town but continue along the road to Alhama de Granada. On arriving at El Cruce turn onto the A-6118, leading to Periana.

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