Ojén Travel Guide

 Regina1965 Says:  On our walk through the village we came across this small cave - Cueva de las Campanas. It is lovely with lights inside and a bench to sit on :)Outside the cave there were trees with pomegranates, very lovely. 

 Regina1965 Says:  It is wonderful walking through the village of Ojén. Being situated in a hill the walk is a bit steep at times. This village is so typical of Spain, white houses, colourful flowers everywhere. But there was something so special about Ojén, it was so peaceful that I almost... 

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 Geoff_Wright Says:  I found several other Restaurants on a website, but for some reason the Asador was not one of them. Perhaps it has since changed its name?Carmen and Stacey are obviously enjoying ther meal. 

 Geoff_Wright Says:  It was getting late in the afternoon on a Sunday in mid March. Some of the restaurants had already closed, others were not yet open (if that makes sense!). The Asador De Ojén is an Argentinian Restaurant, specialising in 'Carnes Argentinas', 'Empanadillas Criollas'.... 

 Geoff_Wright Says:  You won't be able to park in the old village, and parking on the main road, seen here in the photo, is also very limited. Eventually we were lucky, and found a parking place, where another motorist was just leaving.. It must be worse in the summer months! 

 Geoff_Wright Says:  Really, I suppose this tip shoul be placed last! I mean, fancy visiting a working wine museum, where you can sample the local produce, and then trying to find time to see the rest of the magnificent town!Visitors can partake in a guided tour of the Museum and sample local... 

 Geoff_Wright Says:  I'm not sure just what purpose this ornate archway serves, other than to add to the visible attractiveness of the local area. This little corner of Ojén had clearly been rebuilt in recent times! 

 Geoff_Wright Says:  Here's an interesting water feature. Instead of just piping the spring water away, underground, the designers of this attractive 'waterfall' have created something modern, but well-fitting, into something old.Carmen (Carmella71, Stacey (Beach Dog) and myself (Geoff Wright) 

 Geoff_Wright Says:  Look up into the hillside, above the main street, and you will find several caves. I'm not sure if they are natural or perhaps hollowed out in ancient times. However, there are caves in the area where people did once live. 

 Geoff_Wright Says:  Ojén has maintained its Andalusian charm, which is evident in the narrow and winding streets, some with steps; the small whitewashed houses with window pots and the traditional village square. 

 Geoff_Wright Says:  This pretty church, Church of La Encarnación , is to be found somewhere near the centre of the old town. We didn't have time to go inside, and I'm not sure if the church was actually open for casual visitors.This 16th Century Church was built over an old mosque, the minaret... 

 Geoff_Wright Says:  Ojen is one of those little villages which time seemed to leave behind. Not all of it, of course, but the older parts of the village are quite charming. Here, Carmen and Jaymes are strolling through one of the narrow streets. 

 Carmela71 Says:  Yes, is in the limit between Marbella, but in the area of Ojen, where the famous Spanish singer JULIO IGLESIAS has a house. 

 Carmela71 Says:  But Ojén used to be famous for something a little stronger than water. The production of the anise liqueur, aguardiente once played a major part in the town's economy. Teh tradition has ben lost and they do not know the original recipe... whata pitty 

 Carmela71 Says:  Now a Parador, where you can have a ocffe or sleep there...but is the best place to leave the car and hike to the Mirador de Juanar to enjoy beautiful views of Marbella Coast 

 Carmela71 Says:  church from the 16th century. with a square Mudejar tower similar in structure to a minaret.It is settled in the main square, that in carnivals and the festival (12 october), you can find the party..... 

 Carmela71 Says:  not only all malaga wines.. also lots of craftsworks and artesany of the area... a must do while visitng Ojen