Parauta is a town and municipality in the province of Málaga, part of the autonomous community of Andalusia in southern Spain. It belongs to the comarca of Serranía de Ronda. It is situated in the west of the province in the Valle del Genal. The municipality is situated approximately 105 kilometres from the provincial capital of Málaga. It has a population of approximately 250 residents. The natives are called Parauteños.

Parauta
Parauta is located in Spain
Parauta
Parauta
Location in Spain.
Coordinates: 36°39′N 5°07′W / 36.650°N 5.117°W / 36.650; -5.117
Sovereign state Spain
Autonomous community Andalusia
Province Málaga
Area
 • Total44 km2 (17 sq mi)
Elevation
799 m (2,621 ft)
Population
 (2018)[1]
 • Total253
 • Density5.8/km2 (15/sq mi)
Time zoneUTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST)UTC+2 (CEST)
Websitewww.parauta.es

This white-painted town is known for its hiking trails, especially "El Bosque Encantado" trail. It consists of a short walk where you can find wooden sculptures of gnomes, fairies and elves. This walk is perfect for families and offers beautiful views of Valle del Genal.

References

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  1. ^ Municipal Register of Spain 2018. National Statistics Institute.