Located in the western border of the Province of Málaga it has a population of 1.100 inhabitants, here we find a municipal district with a privileged, natural environment which extends through the valley of the Guadiaro River and la Sierra de Libar.

Its population is of Arabic origin, as is its name, which means “Lost Mountain”. In those days, Montejaque had a great importance in the area, even having a medieval castle, no longer standing, with minarets from which part of the “Serrania” was watched over.

The most important monuments here are the Church of Santiago El Mayor, built in the Sixteenth Century and the place known as “The Bridge”, where we can still see the remains of a Roman bridge over the Campobuche River.

To enjoy the local festivities you have the Fair of August, in honour of La Virgen de la Inmaculada Concepción”, is celebrated from the 12th to the 15th of August.

Its gastronomy is well known by, “el guiso con pata” is the most popular dish, faithful reflection of the pig slaughtering traditions of the town.

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