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Anybody
passing through this village should definitely pay a visit to the
wonderful Moorish Cork Mill. It's one of those little travel gems
you occasionally stumble upon, a piece of history unspoiled by mass
tourism
It
is one of the few mills of it's type which still exists in Malaga,
and may have been there since 1400. Today the Mill still works thanks
to the power produced by the water coming from an irrigation ditch
that is supplied by the Fahala river. The system is totally hydraulic
and grinds mainly wheat in the process.
The
Mill remains in continous operation and is now a national monument.
It's conservation is due to the love and attention of its owner
Don Antonio Galianco, who has devoted his life to its care, following
the previous generations of his family.
Visitors
are always welcome and will receive a warm welcome from the amiable
owner. He will delight in giving you a guided tour of his pride
and joy, patiently answering any questions.
The
Mill is situated at the end of the town of Alhaurin el Grande in
the uninhabited part of Fahala and is at the mouth of the Sanguino
stream which runs into the river Fahala some 1,500 metres from the
town centre. The name "The Corks came about during the 20th
Century, when the mill was used tp crush the cork for bottling wine.
There
is no set entrance fee, but most will give a small donation on exit.
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