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Comares has a population of 1,700 it can be seen for miles around as it is perched on the top of a hill, at a height of 740 metres it has coastal, lake and mountain views.
The village and surrounding houses form a lively community. There are no souvenir shops here but several bars, restaurants and a very nice hotel which was converted from an olive mill, it has breathtaking
views.
It’s quite normal to be invited into the home of a someone who sells local produce such as wine, almonds, raisins, olives, honey and cheese.
 Comares has a history of rebellion against Muslim and Christian rulers. Of interest are a series of ceramic plaques which depict the village's history, Medieval arches and footprint paving tiles are a guide to the main street.
There is also an old Moorish fortress, once a Roman military outpost, the church of Nuestra Señora de la Encarnación was built in the 16th century of Mudejar style
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