An idyllic town in the region of the Sierra de las Nieves, located at the foot of the hill of the Veleta. Full of flowers and surrounded by countryside, Monda is only 15 minutes drive to the beaches of Marbella, or 30 minutes to Málaga.

The village has a good selection of bars, restaurants and small shops, with larger national and international supermarkets only a short drive away in Coín.

Monda is a historic town with areas of artistic, cultural, and monumental interest, including ruins, monuments, and churches. One of these include Monda Castle, set in a commanding position at the highest point of the village. With breath-taking views across the valley, the boutique hotel and fine dining restaurant is not to be missed. The castle was built in the in the 9th century on the ruins of a Roman fortress. There is also the Moorish style Santiago Apóstol Parish Church dating back to 1505.

Given its strategic location, its varied landscapes, and long history, Monda has many natural resources that offer a wide range of possibilities, including outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain biking, and horse riding. Enjoy the traditional local festivals or taste the delicious Mediterranean cuisine.

Thanks to the opening of the international design college Marbella Design Academy (teaching graphic design, interior architecture, and international design), the town has a cosmopolitan feel to it. Although students enjoy a social live outside the Academy, Monda hasn’t lost its traditional charm.

For those looking for schooling, there is the public school Colegio Remedios Rojo. The town has a few supermarkets, a butchers, bakery and fruit and veg shops for you to buy your local produce.

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