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What’s it like in Fuengirola?Fuengirola is a bustling and cosmopolitan coastal town, just a short drive from Málaga airport. Around a quarter of its residents are foreigners, mainly from Ireland, Scandinavia and the UK but also from Argentina and Morocco, which gives the town a rich cultural mix. There are more than 8 km of beautiful sandy beaches, a picturesque promenade and wide, tree-lined pedestrian-friendly streets leading to the beautiful Constitution Square where Spaniards and foreign residents alike can chat over a coffee or a cold beer in the shade. Like many towns along the coast, Fuengirola has seen Phoenician, Roman and Moorish invaders and there are remnants of its ancient past dotted around the town. The most recognisable of them is the Moorish Castle Sohail, easily visible high on a hill above the town at the mouth of the River Fuengirola. Originally built in the 10th Century, its latest reincarnation was completed in 2000 and it now plays host to a varied cultural programme of open-air festivals and concerts throughout the summer months. Healthy, wealthy and wiseFuengirola in the 21st Century enjoys all the facilities you might expect of a major centre that’s popular with both tourists and foreign residents. It’s the central point for a huge range of services and amenities and is within easy reach of many more in the nearby city of Málaga. Public health services include two major health centres in Fuengirola, plenty of smaller surgeries and a major, fully-equipped hospital, the Carlos Haya, in Málaga. There’s also a brand new private hospital, called the Xanit hospital, just a short drive away in Benalmádena. A wide variety of good quality international and bilingual schools in and around Fuengirola serve a growing expatriate population. There’s an endless array of activities whatever your age and preference with more than twenty magnificent 18-hole golf courses to choose from, stylish shopping, an abundance of water sports and plenty to keep the children happy. Fuengirola Zoo was modernised in 2001 and specialises in captive breeding of endangered species and specialised education programmes. Stepping OutIf you fancy a spot of shopping, Fuengirola is home to the modern Parque Miramar shopping centre, the exclusive El Corte Inglés department store, or a variety of lively indoor and outdoor markets. Getting there is easy as Fuengirola is at the centre of the one of the coast’s best public transport systems, with excellent bus and train services. For those who prefer something a little more energetic than shopping, there’s an abundance of water sports and Fuengirola is the perfect spot for scuba diving and sailing. Its modern marina sits alongside the traditional fisherman’s port where you can still see the boats bringing in their catches. The Los Boliches area of the town was the old fisherman’s quarter and still retains a traditional feel with its narrow streets and white washed fisherman’s cottages. One thing you absolutely mustn’t miss is the annual Feria Internacional de los Pueblos which celebrates the essence of Fuengirola’s international and cosmopolitan character, with food, music and dancing from around the world. Fuengirola’s foreign residents invite you to share the best of their home countries and sample a little of their folklore, culture and customs. There's also a local feria, which takes place in October. A week during which the town parties from dawn to dusk, celebrating all that is typically Andalucía; the click of the flamenco dancers’ shoes, the rustle of the proud horses and the delicious aromas of Andalusian cooking. Why not join in? For further information on Fuengirola and the properties we have available there, use the form below to let us know what you're looking for and we will be in touch with a selection of our best properties in the area!  
 
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