Velez-Malaga, known locally just as Velez, is situated 1 kilometre inland from Torre del Mar and 26 kilometres to the east
of Malaga, on the scenic
Route of Sun and Avocado. It is the centre and
capital of the district of
Axarquia, with a population of 55,000. Despite it's
proximity to the coast it has not developed a tourist industry.
The town lies in the wide valley of the River Vélez from where its main resources are
found. These are agricultural products of vines, olives, sugar cane and vegetable and salad crops. Good quality olive oils
and wine are produced here. There are also many garden nurseries growing and selling a wide range of plants, trees and
seeds.
Fortaleza - built in the 13th century, the castle stands on top of a hill in the centre of Arrabal de San Sebastián,
the oldest district of the town. The 16 metre high tower, built to guard the town, still stands in good repair as a symbol
of the Moorish civilisation of Velez-Malaga.
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