Gaucín

Gaucín
Municipality
UTC+2 (CEST )

Gaucín (Spanish pronunciation: [ɡawˈθin]) is a town and municipality located in the mountains of Andalusia in the province of Málaga in southern Spain. It is inland from Marbella, Puerto Banús and Estepona and not far from Ronda.

The village has a population of approximately 2,000. It lies about 600 metres above sea level in the Sierra del Hacho, dominated by the Castillo del Aguila (Eagle's Castle), originally a

Gaucín is known for its views of

Gaucín has been the inspiration of a number of artists and writers, and has been referred to as the "balcony of the

In Gaucín fossils can be found in the stoneworks of city building and street constructions.

A large carnival features chirigotas, costumed groups that sing of current events in a humorous way.^{[clarification needed]} A party held on the main square with an orchestra goes on until dawn.^{[citation needed]}

The village holds a 'cultural week' in late July, with wine and meat tasting, as well as live musical performances in the main square.

The feria, which lasts three days, is a celebration of the town itself and is held annually in early August. It is complete with a variety of carnival rides and games booths. The festivities also include a large pavilion where visitors can eat, drink, and watch musicians perform and a procession of horse riders competing for an award for the best presented.^{[citation needed]}

The

A feast in honour of the Holy Child takes place on 7 and 8 September. Over nine days townsfolk climb to the castle for a novena, held in the Chapel of the Holy Child. Mass is celebrated and guest preachers preach. A party is given in the main square with processions, food, drink, music, and dancing.

• List of municipalities in Málaga

• Municipal website in Spanish, with many pictures