Torrox is located 47km east of Malaga, within Andalucia and is part of the Costa del Sol. Torrox has approximately 12,000 inhabitants. Torrox centre is 4km from the coast where there are 9 miles of sandy beaches. The nearby mountains are covered by vineyards and olive trees, although in recent years, glass houses have been installed in large numbers
Torrox town consists of two parts, the upper village nestling in the mountains with its Moorish influence and the lower village, near the sea, reflecting a Roman origin. The area surrounding Torrox presents various Roman ruins, representing 2000 years of history as well as more modern sites such as the 16th century Convent and the imposing Parish Church of the 18th century.
The major festivities in Torrox include the carnival in February, Semana Santa at Easter, the Feast of the Crosses, at the beginning of May and the Night of San Juan in June. There is also a major fair in October.
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Torrox, Costa del Sol remains the most poular of destination for holidays from the UK. The Spanish property industry in Torrox on the Costa del Sol is as vibrant as any Costa town in Spain.
We are currently in the process of establishing The AMLA Spanish Property MLS on the Costa del Sol. If you find our property register a little bare, we apologise. Please e-mail us with any queries you may have about the area and we will do our best to help.
