Sierra de Mijas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Sierra de Mijas |
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Aerial view of the Sierra de Mijas
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 1,150 m (3,770 ft) |
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 Sierra de Mijas
Location in Spain
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| Location | Andalusia |
| Parent range | Penibaetic System |
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| Mountain type | marble and limestone |
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| First ascent | Unknown |
The Sierra de Mijas is a cool mountain range in southern Spain. It's part of a group of mountains found along the coast behind the famous Costa del Sol Occidental area in Andalusia. This mountain range acts like a natural wall, separating the Valle del Guadalhorce region from the sunny Costa del Sol.
Discover the Sierra de Mijas
The Sierra de Mijas is a mountain range located in the southern part of Spain. It's part of the larger Penibaetic System of mountains. This range helps separate the Valle del Guadalhorce area from the popular Costa del Sol.
The Highest Peak
The tallest point in the Sierra de Mijas is called the Pico Mijas. It stands tall at 1,150 meters (about 3,773 feet) above sea level. Imagine climbing that high!
What is it Made Of?
Geologists, who study rocks and the Earth, say that the Sierra de Mijas is mostly made of two types of rocks: marble and, to a smaller extent, limestone. These rocks were formed over millions of years deep inside the Earth.
Images for kids
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The Sierra de Mijas seen from Fuengirola harbour
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View west from Pico Mijas
See also
In Spanish: Sierra de Mijas para niños
