Botanical Garden Detunda - Cueva de Nerja — Attraction in Nerja

I’ve been to these gardens three times this year. They are still in their infancy in that the plants and trees are yet to mature, but it’s a wonderful example of local species, all grouped in one place so that you don’t have to climb mountains to find them. The wildlife is impressive too: for a small area it was absolutely crammed with different species, often nectaring on the scrub/undergrowth in between the plants. Yesterday (a sunny day makes a huge difference) I saw 7 species of butterfly including European swallowtail, an eagle, two Hoopoes and lots of birds I have still to identify. There are also various lizards and frogs, plus (impressive for an October day) I counted at least five species of dragonflies. The signs have faded badly in places, but this is a delight and I’ll definitely be...

Rather unfair to do a review on the Gardens as I just wandered round when visiting the Caves....in December..... Despite most of thousands of plants being dormant I still enjoyed my stroll and learning about the unique floral and fauna of the area. The gardens are part of a conservation programme so don't expect a formal layout with immaculately kept boarders! I can imagine it being far more enjoyable come the spring when all of the flowers, bushes and trees are...

A great example of how not to do it. Nerja should be ashamed of this wasteland. I have seen better things growing in the bottom a teenagers laundry basket. The best part was the way out, and we couldn't get there soon enough. To call it a disgraceful eyesore would be unfair to...