Overview
Frigiliana is one of Andalusia's most celebrated white villages, perched at 425m on the southern edge of the Almijara-Tejeda Mountains. The village is a labyrinth of narrow whitewashed streets adorned with ceramic tiles depicting the Moorish occupation and Reconquista, earning it the nickname 'village of three cultures' (Muslim, Jewish, and Christian).
Architecture · Day Trips · History · Trekking
Before you go
Culture
Known as 'village of three cultures' (Muslim, Jewish, Christian). Tiled murals throughout the town depict Moorish history and the Reconquista.
Shopping
Thursday market on Ctra Circunvalacion. Artisania de Frigiliana sells ceramics at the village entrance. Post office at Av de Andalucía.
Transport
Taxis available at Plaza San Sebastian. Bus service to Nerja, Málaga, and airport. The village is very walkable but hilly.
Weather
Mild climate even in winter due to 425m altitude. Summers are warm; winters are comfortable compared to coastal areas.