When you buy Property for sale in Mijas, you become a resident of a hamlet town that transports you to a bygone era in rural Spain. Just a 10-minute drive from the coast and beaches and just 20 minutes from the airport in Malaga. You may take burro taxis or horse carriages for a ride around this hilltop town's splendors.

Mijas's festival culture begins with The Three Kings parade through the streets on festive floats on the evening of January 5th during a procession called the Cabalgata. To the numerous kids lining the streets, sweets are tossed. Spanish children typically get their Christmas presents on January 6th; thus, this is a significant day for them and their families.

Despite being one of the busiest periods of the year, Easter week in Mijas is quite picturesque and well worth visiting. However, if you want to stay there during the celebrations, make reservations well in advance. The story of the Passion of Christ is presented every day in the well-prepared and practiced processions, despite the fact that there is now a sizable immigrant population. The "Mijeans" nevertheless take their faith and beliefs very seriously. History and tradition come to life in the little hamlet streets.

The night of San Juan, or La Noche de San Juan, occurs on June 24th, but occasionally the festivities extend for many days. A stunning fireworks show is staged at midnight as part of this celebration of the longest night and the start of summer on San Sebastian Street in the Village.

By draping the village streets with "Romero," Spaniards traditionally commemorate Corpus Christi (rosemary). With the beautiful aroma of these plants and the generally traditional ambience, the town takes on a slightly medieval aspect.

The Virgen de la Pea (Virgin of the Rock), the patron saint of Mijas, is honored each year with a week-long festival called the Mijas Fair, which typically takes place from the second Saturday in September through the following Wednesday. The center of the activity is Mijas's main square, with several booths and restaurants for the event. Here, visitors may try a variety of cuisine and beverages while taking in traditional Sevillana dance.

The benefit of investing in Property for sale in Spain is not just the real estate but as well the 320 days sun in coastal region as the meny festivals and facilities to enjoy your investment, next to large rental potentials if this has your interest.