The Plaza de Toros of Mijas is a square bullring, a rarity in a country where virtually every other ring is oval or circular. Built into the hillside to take advantage of the natural slope for seating, the ring holds several thousand spectators and is still used for bullfights during the town's fiestas. Outside of the bullfighting season it functions as a venue for concerts and cultural events.
The square plan gives the exterior a distinctive look and creates some awkward angles inside, particularly in the corners. The ring also houses a small museum dedicated to the history of bullfighting. Whether or not bullfighting interests you, the structure is architecturally unusual and the hilltop location makes it one of the best viewpoints in Mijas, with panoramas over the coast.