The Axarquia region offers tropical sensations throughout its villages, with avocados, mangos, and custard apples among some of the exotic fruits that can be found in municipalities such as Benamargosa (one of the most important subtropical fruit producers in Malaga), Benamocarra, and Iznate, among others.
The municipalities of Iznate, Macharaviaya, Benamocarra, and Benamargosa especially come alive during the months of September and October when they harvest a large part of the subtropical fruits in Axarquia. The subtropical cultivations and especially the avocado cultivations have defined the agricultural landscapes in the area.
We will begin the route in Rincon de la Victoria, the same as the Raisin Route; it is the westernmost part of the route that we will have to tour and where we will find numerous avocado farm plots, especially around the north-eastern part that connects with the municipality of Macharaviaya. This was formerly a middle-class clan of the Galvez family, through which we will pass and which has an important historical legacy related to the Galvez family. In the Benaque hamlet, still within the municipality, we will find the birthplace of poet Salvador Rueda and a 16th-century church that visitors can enter.
From Macharaviaya we will connect the route with Iznate, taking the Cajiz turnoff from the motorway. This is an important municipal district due to its numerous plots of land dedicated to the cultivation of subtropical fruits and from where we will reach Iznate where impressive views of the whole region await us.
From Iznate we will access Benamocarra, the birthplace of composer Eduardo Ocon, where subtropical fruits have great importance as we will see in the numerous cultivation fields we will come across.
Taking the road that connects Velez-Malaga with Alhama de Granada, we will find Benamargosa, one of the most important villages in the production of mangos and avocados, as well as custard apples and papayas.
In addition to these villages, one can visit other places that produce subtropical fruits such as Algarrobo, Cutar, Frigiliana or Nerja.
The Sun and Avocado Route in Axarquia is a unique opportunity to experience tropical sensations and discover exotic fruits such as avocados, mangos, custard apples and papayas. The route takes you through beautiful villages such as Rincon de la Victoria, Macharaviaya, Iznate and Benamargosa where you can learn about their history and culture while enjoying breathtaking views of the region. Don't miss this opportunity to discover one of Spain's hidden gems!
The Axarquia region is known for its production of subtropical fruits such as avocados, mangos, custard apples, and papayas. These fruits are not only delicious but also very healthy and beneficial for our bodies. In Spain, sales of avocados have grown exponentially in recent years and many travelers are interested in visiting the avocado fields and learning about their varieties, benefits and how to incorporate them into our Mediterranean diet.
Currently, the most commonly used avocado varieties in Spain are Lamb Hass, Bacon and Reed. In Malaga and Granada, the Hass variety is the most commonly used and is cultivated on more than 10,000 hectares of land. The Axarquia region (Malaga) is the most important cultivation area for avocados in Andalusia.
The gastronomic possibilities with these fruits are endless and we must make it easy for consumers with new, simple and creative recipes. Fortunately, both avocados and mangos are currently fashionable and closely linked to haute cuisine, which adds value. Another important aspect that we also work on is communicating the health benefits of consuming these fruits. Avocado is known as the fruit of the heart: rich in vitamin B6 and folic acid, vitamin E, glutathione and monounsaturated fats that help maintain a healthy heart. It also has anti-inflammatory properties, reduces cholesterol and promotes eye health among other benefits.
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