Located in the Axarquia region of Malaga, it is a town that fuses its historical legacy with a vibrant cultural life. Its old town is home to emblematic monuments such as the Church of Santa María la Mayor, built on the site of a former mosque, and the Vélez Fortress, which offers panoramic views of the town. The Museum of Vélez-Málaga (MVVEL), located in the former Hospital de San Juan de Dios, is a cultural reference that houses permanent and temporary exhibitions that narrate the history of the region. In addition, the "Francisco Hernández" Contemporary Art Centre promotes contemporary creativity with various exhibitions and activities. Easter Week in Vélez-Málaga is one of the most important in Andalusia, with 19 brotherhoods that carry out processions through the streets of the city, the most important of which is that of the Virgen de los Remedios. The city also celebrates the Feria de San Miguel at the end of September, a festival that combines religious and popular traditions. In the literary sphere, Vélez-Málaga is the birthplace of the philosopher María Zambrano, whose legacy is honoured with activities and tributes, such as the recent wreath laying in the local cemetery to mark the 34th anniversary of her death.
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