Benamargosa a white village wich is a privileged area of the Axarquía for its tropical fruits that influences its gastronomy.
Where is Benamargosa located
Benamargosa is located 49km from Malaga capital with a population of 1.514 inhabitants. The municipal term has a dimension of almost 12,12km square.
The origin of the name Benamargosa
Until now it has not been possible to find out its meaning, the prefix <Ben> or <Bena> means lineage, family or population of the founder.
Denonym of the people of Benamargosa
The inhabitants are called “benamargoseño or benamargoseña”, or also “mangurrino or mangurrina”.
Monuments and places of interest in Benamargosa
- Church of Encarnación
- Arcos de la Huerta
- El puente de los diez ojos
- Hermitage of the cementery
- Hermitage of San Sebastian
Gastronomy of Benamargosa
Baticate: A refreshing milkshae based on avocados with cinnamon. (See recipe)
For more information about Benamargosa Village: visit the City Council page
