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This pleasant village is situated at 359 metres above
sea level, about twenty minutes by car from the coast and an hour and
a half or less from Málaga. It has a population of approximately
1.000 inhabitants. Sayalonga is located in a valley of the same name through
which a river flows down from the mountains, passing first through Canillas
de Albaida and Archez before reaching Sayalonga, then continuing Algarrobo
and on to the sea. This river has played an important part in the survival
and prosperity of the town. Ingenious irrigation channels, some dating
back centuries, irrigate the fruit tree groves and orchards of the lower
slopes. Olive, almond and vineyards predominate in the local cultivation
of crops and recently avocado plantations, |
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Sayalonga’s turbulent history – from the Moors to the Reconquest - is chronicled in historical guidebooks, but present day Sayalonga offers the visitor the tranquillity of narrow winding streets, tree shaded plazas, a quiet easy going life-style, some excellent bars and restaurants and a wonderful sunny climate. |
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