Sayalonga is a typical whitewashed village situated 41 kilometres east of Malaga and just 9 kilometres from the coast at
Algarrobo Costa. It lies within the area of Axarquia, on the
scenic Route of Sun and Wine, at an altitude of 355 metres and has a
population of 1,200. The village has winding streets, bus services, shops, a doctors surgery, chemist, bank, bars, post
office and primary school.
The typical Andalucian squares are surrounded by lilac flowering Jakaranda trees and the village and surrounding villas have
spectacular coastal views.Sayalonga has maintained an old world peacefulness and charm where farmers ride their mules and bullocks plough the fields.
Yet it is only ten minutes drive to the beaches, fifteen minutes to the nearest marina and golf course and forty-five minutes
to Malaga airport.
The area surrounding the village is irrigated by the River Algarrobo aiding the principle products here which are terrace
grown vines and olives, citrus fruits and almond trees. The nearby Sierra Almijara National Park and the Tejeda mountains are a paradise for nature lovers.
Walking, cycling and touring can be enjoyed in an unspoilt natural environment of forests, mountains, rock formations, streams,
wild plants, eagles and mountain goats.
Named by Roman settlers, Sayalonga means long dress. The greatest influence in architecture is the white-washed Moorish
layout, typical of the area. Places of interest in the village include the parish church of Santa Catalina which is 16th
century Mudejar style, the round cemetery - the only one in Spain, and the Fuente del Cid - a fountain where legend says El Cid stopped to drink water.The poet Muhammad Al-Hasni, composer of a beautiful poem about Mecca, was born in Sayalonga in the 16th century. |
Useful Numbers:
Emergency Doctor: 061
Emergency Police: 091
Town Council: 952 535 021
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