The town of Alora is situated just north of Malaga and close to Antequera. Alora is a typical pueblo blanco a white washed village there is a ruin of a magnificent castle which has a fascinating history, Alora castle was built by the Phoenicians and subsequently expanded by the Romans. In the 5th century the castle was destroyed by the Visigoths, only to be rebuilt by the Moors, Properties here are excellent value, there has never been a better time to buy your property in inland Spain.