WHAT TO SEE IN TORROX
The Roman remains found in the coastal area of Faro are particularly outstanding, with a villa, a necropolis, thermal baths, troughs used for preparing fish paste and communal ceramic ovens.
Ruins
The remains of towers and walls can still be found in this town, which is of Arabic origin. The town structure of Torrox is totally Moorish, with narrow, steep, zig-zagging streets, and typical corners with the delightful contrast between whitewashed walls and plant pots brimming with flowers.
The 16th century Iglesia de la Encarnación, is particularly interesting. Built on the main aljama, or mosque, it was later reformed in the middle of the 17th century. Its Baroque structure has three naves, as well as a square floored tower, and is a must for any visitor.
It’s also worth visiting the 16th century Church of San Roque, and the Ermita de Nuestra Señora de las Nieves (Hermitage of Our Lady of the Snow) built in the same century in the Mudéjar style, and founded by the Padres Mínimos de San Francisco. The 18th century Aduana or Casa de la Moneda, (Coin House) speaks of the old commercial splendour of the city.
La Casa de la Cultura, (House of Culture), built in 1863, gave refuge to King Alfonso XII during a visit made on the occasion of an earthquake which shook part of the Axarquía. The San José Hospital, however, is in ruins and only the façade has been conserved.
BEACHES IN TORROX
As a good coastal town, Torrox has some magnificent beaches, including, amongst others, the outstanding la Ferrara, el Peñoncillo and Calaceite.
CULTURE IN TORROX
The biggest fiesta in Torrox is held from the 4th to the 7th of October in honour of San Roque. In August, there’s also the wonderful Virgen de las Nieves (Virgin of the Snow) festivities and in September the Candelaria, when great candles are lit in the streets.
On the 24th of June the “Quema de los Júas” is held, when those willing make for the village fountain to wet their head and ask for three wishes.
The Festividad de las Migas, or Breadcrumbs Day, great with the local wines, is held the Sunday before Christmas. Talking of food, Torrox is famous for its typical dishes such as the aforementioned migas, gachas, (like porridge) maimones, (bread and oil soup) “papas a lo pobre”, literally poor potatoes, tomato gazpacho... |
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