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In whose construction a natural cave has been used. Inside, there is an image of the patron saint of the town, San Miguel. From its location there are magnificent views of Sierra Blanca, the Verde river valley and the reservoir and, in the background, the Mediterranean.

Dedicated to the patron saint of the town, was built at the beginning of the 16th century (1505) by order of Diego de Deza, the then Archbishop of Seville. The Moors set it on fire in 1569 and it had to be rebuilt and was restored in the 17th century and the last time in 1960.

Witness to some of the most outstanding historical events of the Moorish era and is the oldest building in town located at la Calle San Miguel. Erected around the 15th century (Exact date of construction is unknown) it was declared a Site of Cultural Interest due to its historical value and originally, it could be one of the constructions for the defense of Marbella.

Is a fundamental part of the Istán landscape and the character of its neighbors. The fountains are another of the most characteristic elements of this town, placed all around the village as their original function was to provide fresh water that came from the natural mountain springs. Made under the aesthetics of popular architecture, and therefore with abundant use of tiles, all are drinking water.

: In it the flags of the fighting bands that took the town in the different wars were placed. From this enclave there are magnificent views of the mountains that surround Istán (Sierra Blanca, Sierra Real and Sierra de las Nieves).

Is located on the top of a hill and on the reservoir of the Verde River. From this place the same panoramic views are dominated as from the previous viewpoint, but here the perspective of the reservoir and its union with the Río Verde is especially striking.

Located in the center of town, in the central square next to the church, this restaurant offers authentic food, cooked with fresh products. A varied, traditional, homemade cuisine, with some French touches give the Troyano restaurant its peculiarity.

Housed in a centuries-old house, it is a perfect place to enjoy traditional cuisine. A wood-burning stove-fireplace warms up the atmosphere of the large dining room on the coldest days of winter. Living room with beautiful views of the mountains. Tapas are served at the bar.

Authentic restaurant with Mediterranean food, mountain views and a dining room where specialties such as rice soup, paellas, and grilled meats are served. Oxtail, confit duck leg and beef tenderloin.

During this day, the bars and restaurants of Istán expose their culinary knowledge with traditional recipes and orange juices, in a festive atmosphere with traditional dances of the verdiales pandas and the performance of the brass band.

In addition to the processions through the streets of the town, El Paso is staged, a live representation of the Passion of Christ that has its origins in the seventeenth century and is declared a Festival of National Tourist Interest of Andalusia and a Festival of Provincial Tourist Singularity.

When the residents decorate the streets of the town with bushes, set up altars that they decorate with flowers and the balconies show off their best quilts and embroidery. On this day they take Christ out in procession, accompanied by the children who have made their First Communion that year.

During this week the town of Istán offers a wide range of activities such as talks, art exhibitions, videos, cinema, rock concerts and, the most important one, the Istán Flamenco Encounter.

Is held on the weekend closest to September 29. In it, the town square becomes a non-stop party and contests, games are held and the marching band parades through Istán.