Cutar lies 32 kilometres from Malaga and 22 kilometres from the coast at Rincon de la Victoria, at an altitude of 331 metres. The village is located within the area of Axarquia, on the scenic Route of the Raisin, and has a population of 700.
Of Moorish origin, the village has typical steep, narrow streets and white-washed houses. Cutar is derived from the Arabic name Cautzar (paradise fountain). At the exit to the village remains of a unique fountain from the Moorish era is situated. The 16th century church of Nuestra Señora de la Encarnación has a beautiful Baroque side chapel. |