White Village Comares

Comares: "El Balcon De La Axarquia"

Comares is a small hilltop village situated 685m above sea level. (Population approx 1600) From it’s elevated position on the mountain side there are spectacular views across to the peak of Maroma, the highest point in the Axarquia region and down to the Mediterranean at Torre del Mar.

Before the Christian re-conquest the village was a Moorish stronghold with an "Atalaya" (fire tower) looking out towards the sea, the remains of the tower can still be seen today. One can trace the ancient town borders by following the ceramic footprints inlaid in the pathways of the winding streets.

The surrounding area has many sign posted walking routes which lead through ancient country paths. Nearby is the historic plateau of Mas Mullar, which over a thousand years ago was the original situation of this hill fort village.

The area around Mas Mullar is a perfect location for bird watching. In springtime, the ground is carpeted in a fantastic array of wildflowers

Comares itself boasts several bar/restaurants specializing in Tapas as well as a variety of Spanish fare. The culinary specialties of Comares are their gazpachuelos, (cold soups) and their Sopa de puchero (a meat and lentil based soup or stew).

El Molino de los Abuelos is a fascinating place to visit in the main Plaza, next to the Ayuntamiento. This is the towns old Olive Mill which has been beautifully restored and is now a very popular restaurant.

Comares has a basic supermarket plus a few smaller shops. A local bakery can to be found in one of the myriad cobbled alleys. The narrow streets are mostly closed to cars, which makes walking in the pueblo an easy going pleasure.

Two banks are located in the main Plaza, providing 24 hour cash dispensing. It is not advisable to drive into the Plaza as parking is restricted but there is more than ample space just before the Plazas narrow entrance.

Comares celebrates its annual Feria between August 24 & 27. There is also the unique festival of the Verdiales in early May which has its roots in the rights of spring, not unlike English Morris celebrations.