The seaside resort of Fuengirola on the Costa del Sol, 29km/18mi from Málaga on N 340 and 25km/16mi from the Torremolinos airport, occupies the site of the Roman settlement of Suel. Fuengirola is sheltered on the north by the Sierra de Mijas. Above the town are the ruins of the Moorish stronghold of
Sohall, built in the 10th century by Abderrahman III.
Fuengirola is now an international holiday resort, conveniently situated and offering a great range of attractions - 7km/4.5mi of beaches, hotels and restaurants in all categories and recreational facilities which include golf courses, a zoo and training courses in many forms of sport and leisure activity.