Riogordo in the Axarquia region of Spain

The village of Riogordo has an altitude of 400 metres and a population of 2,700. The town has kept it’s moosish feel, although newer construction also exists.

A number of ex pats have made Riogordo their home to get away from the hustle and bustle of the coast. The parish church is called the Virgen de Gracia There is also a small rural museum.

The history in the area goes back to the Phoenicians and Romans and remains of these civilisations can be found.

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Riogordo in the Axarquia

Street markets (el mercadillo or los baratos) are held once a week in the town, you can buy everything from fruit and vegetables to clothes, pictures and shoes, etc Wednesdays from 10:00-13:00

There is a also a daily indoor market hall where you can buy fresh meat, vegetables and fish etc.

During the 19th century the position of Riogordo in the mountains made it a centre for bandits. During Easter Week plays are enacted that attract many visitors, there are some excellent tapas bars in the Plaza de la Constitucion, also some good grocery shops and small supermarkets.