Sayalonga

The village of Sayalonga, another pretty village in Axarquia, is located on a hill, 360 meters high. It is 17 km from Velez-Malaga and 41 km from Malaga on a county road along the Algarrobo coast. Its origin is unknown, although the remains of ancient buildings suggest an Arabic origin. The highest point of the municipality is located southeast of the town, the Rabita Sayalonga. Sayalonga river waters the land and crops, mainly vines, almonds, olives and medlar (which are reputed to be the best in the area) that are the basis of its economy. Semana del Nisperso is a a very popular festival in the village, and brings tourists and people from all around the region to this village.