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What to see and do in Benahavís

What to see and do in Benahavís (Costa del Sol Occidental, Málaga): 6 places across monuments, nature, activities and curiosities, with a photo and a Google Maps location.

1 Villages · 2 Monuments · 2 Activities · 1 Historical milestones

When to go to Benahavís: festival calendar

August: Feria de agosto de Benahavís (mid- August)
October: Romería de la Virgen del Rosario de Benahavís (October 7)

How far each place is from the centre of Benahavís

Castillo de Montemayor 1.7 km

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What to see and do in Benahavís

Benahavís
Village
A settlement of Andalusi origin beneath the Castillo de Montemayor (8th century), it passed to the Crown of Castile in 1485 after the Granada War. Known today for its high concentration of restaurants and golf courses, it is one of the wealthiest municipalities in Andalusia by income; it has around 9,500 inhabitants, with more than 60% foreign residents.
Castillo de Montemayor
Monument
Fortress built in the 8th century for the rural defense of Andalusi territory. In 1273-1274 it was occupied by Marinid troops during territorial conflicts, and in 1485 it passed into the hands of Ferdinand the Catholic along with the rest of Benahavís.
Torres vigía de Benahavís
Monument
The term of Benahavís preserves a network of former watch and defense towers: Torre de la Reina, Torre Leoneras, Torre Daidín, Torre Campanillas, Torre Tramores and Torre Estéril, linked to the valley's Andalusi defensive system.
Toma de Benahavís por Fernando el Católico
Historical milestone
In 1485, during the Granada War, Ferdinand the Catholic took Benahavís; in 1492 the Catholic Monarchs granted the territory to Juan de Silva, Count of Cifuentes.
Feria de agosto de Benahavís
Activity
Five-day fair held in mid-August in Benahavís, with an opening ceremony and the election of the festival queen.
Romería de la Virgen del Rosario de Benahavís
Activity
Pilgrimage in honor of Benahavís's patroness, the Virgen del Rosario, held on 7 October.