Mijas is one of the finest examples of typical Andalusian white villages.
Mijas still has much of its old charm, with many small white houses that seem stuck on the hill. It's a web of narrow streets, with terraces full of geraniums, red roofs and gates. Mijas has managed to retain some of its quaint traditions. One of the most unusual are the donkey-taxis, which you can find lined-up on the main square.
Mijas is situated high above Fuengirola and Mijas Costa in the mountains, with spectacular views over the coast and surrounding, heavily wooded mountains. Since Mijas lies near the Costa del Sol, many tourists at the coast who want something different than a day at the beach, come to Mijas. Vice versa, when you stay in Mijas, you're also quickly at the coast. The village has five urban centers: Mijas Pueblo in the mountains, Las Lagunas in Mijas Costa, the coastal towns of La Cala, Riviera and Calahonda on the 12 km long coastline of the municipality.
Mijas is one of the few Spanish villages with an oval bullring. Other attraction poles of Mijas are some interesting churches and other monuments that give insight into the past: Roman, Moorish and Spanish. One of the most interesting landmarks in Mijas is the hermitage of El Puerto which can be seen from nearly everywhere in town.
The higher you go in the pleasant village, the quieter it gets, and the cheaper the cafés, restaurants and bars. Also note the mineral source when you enter the village. There is a thriving arts and crafts movement in Mijas, particularly ceramics, linen and wicker stuff, and the homemade bread and honey is definitely worth trying.
Mijas lies 30 km from the finca.