Drivers along the Costa Tropical, Salobreña perched to one side of the road, but might decide that it is not worth going up to investigate. They would be wrong, because its quiet, winding streets, the castle, and above all, the panoramic views over the surrounding countryside and down to the sea make it a delightful place to visit, at any time of the year. One of the most eye-catching features of the surrounding area are the vast fields of sugar-cane which grow vigorously in the sub-tropical climate on the rich soil of the river delta and are harvested to coincide with the harvest in Cuba. Other crops which are found here in abundance also owe much to the unique climate, such as avocados, bananas, guayabas, maracuyas, mangos, and the delicious chirimoya, usually translated as custard apple - a description which does not do justice to its soft, sweet, pear-like flesh. Chirimoyas come into season in late autumn.
The centre of Salobreña, which is built on an impressive rock, is a maze of white houses making up the picturesque districts of Brocal, Albaycín, La Fuente and La Loma. There is no need for a map - just wander at will. Even if you don’t know which direction you are heading in, it will nearly always be either upwards or downwards!

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