Virgin de la Pena shrine
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The Virgin de la Peña Shrine, also known as the Sanctuary of the Virgin of la Peña, is a Catholic shrine in the town of Mijas in the province of Málaga, southern Spain. The shrine is dedicated to the Virgin Mary and is located on the summit of the Peña de los Enamorados, a hill that overlooks the town. The chapel, which was built in the 18th century, contains a statue of the Virgin Mary that is believed to have been carved in the 16th century. The statue is highly revered by the local population and is the object of a major pilgrimage on August 15th every year. The Sanctuary of the Virgin of la Peña is an important landmark for the local Catholic community, and it is visited by many tourists every year.
More information
Address: Av. del Compás, 7, 29650 Mijas, Málaga
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Disability access
The tourist centre is partially Wheelchair friendly
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Attractions in Mijas
What to know before you go. All the best places to visit in Mijas Click / tap on the buttons below for more information and directions only.
Plaza de la Constitucion
Plaza de la Constitucion is situated in the centre of town. This Plaza is the heart of Mijas. For more information and directions to the Plaza click / tap the image
La Iglesia de la inmaculada Concepcion
The church is situated 5 minutes walk from the Plaza de la Constitucion. It was built in the 16th century and is the biggest church in Mijas. This is one of the best places to visit in Mijas with its stunning gardens and views. For more information,directions and a short video on the church click / tap the image.
Ethnological Museum
The museum is situated 2 minutes walk from the Plaza de la, Constitucion This great little museum cost 1 euro (2017) to get in and shows a great insight into the the world of the decendents of the area. It shows a time before tourism invasion in the 70's and a glimpse of living under Franco. For more information,directions and a short video on the Musuem click / tap the image
The Ermita del Calvario
The Ermita del Calvario is situated in the hills above Mijas. There is some parking near the chapel but it’s better to walk up from the village. For more information,directions and a short video on this small church click / tap the image
Plaza Del Toros
The bullring is situated near the Church of the immaculate conception in La Muralla. For more information and directions to the bullring click / tap the image.
Virgin de la Pena shrine
The shrine is situated in the lower part of Mijas central. This little shrine is set in a beautiful garden with impressive views of the Costa del Sol. For more information and directions click / tap the image.
Plaza de la Pena
Plaza de la Pena is situated in the lower part of Mijas central and is a great place to congregate during the summer months . For more information and directions click / tap the image
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The tourist information centre
The tourist information centre is situated next to the Plaza de la Pena. For more information and directions on the tourist information centre click / tap the image.
Malaga / Fuengirola trainline
Mijas is not on the Malaga Fuengirola trainline. Saying that, Mijas is only a short bus ride from Fuengirola train station.
Mijas by bus
Mijas is easy and cheap to get to by bus from most of the main resorts.
Mijas by car
This is a guide to the Best places to Park in Mijas all with directions and levels of ease. If you are planning to drive to Mijas this is invaluable.
Markets, music & festivals
Costa del Sol markets
Most towns have an outdoor market on the Costa del Sol. click / tap below for more information on all the main markets.
Costa del Sol music
All the main venue's on the Costa del Sol for music concerts including Starlite in Marbella.
Fairs & festivals
There are over 3000 fairs & festivals on the Costa del Sol here is just a few
