Malaga
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| Wide avenues and green spaces abound and, as with other major Spanish cities, it is truly steeped in history and culture. The Citadel or La Alcazaba (8th-11th centuries) as well as being the symbol of Málaga, is one of the largest fortresses in Andalucia with an Archaelogoical Museum now located there. Close by is the wonderful Castle of Gibralfaro (14th century), joined to the Citadel by a stretch of wall that gives superb views of Málaga and its port. At the foot of Gibralfaro can be found the Roman Theater, La Malagueta, and the old quarter of the city. In the center of the historic district stands the Cathedral of Málaga (16th-18th centuries), also known as La Manquita because of its unfinished tower. Malaga is also the birthplace of celebrated Spanish painter Pablo Picasso and there are several galleries showing his wonderful work. In 1983, his birthplace was declared an historic-artistic monument and, in 1991, it became the headquarters of the Picasso Foundation. A charming and interesting city in its own right, you also have all the fantastic beaches of the ever-popular Costa del Sol close at hand. Málaga certainly offers a fine mix so come and make the most of it! About the AuthorLinda Plummer is webmistress of Top Tour of Spainproviding information on Spain for travel, food, language and living. Keep up to date with all the news and information from the Costa del Sol and Andalucia, Subscribe to our FREE E-Zine"Andalucia Life"
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