srettig24 Málaga bullfighting ring among the high rises in the waterfront area
Málaga is a city on the coast of southern Spain and is south of the Iberian Peninsula on the Costa del Sol- or the Coast of the Sun. The beaches are know clean and warm enough in the winter months to sun bath and enjoy a dip. Remains of fortifications in the city from the Romans are visual in the downtown area but modern structures and buildings are blended in throughout. The city also is home to a Pablo Picasso museum as he lived and worked in Málaga for a period.
So…. Málaga Bullfighting Ring
The bullfighting ring in Málaga is quite impressive- primarily due to its location so close to the waterfront and mixed in with the high rises. It was built in the 1800s and today is a museum. If you want to see pictures from inside a bullfighting ring check out my post on Seville!
Cruise Ships!
Málaga is a stopping point for a whole lot of cruises. Expect to see a lot of tourists disembarking from these ships and walking around the downtown area and relaxing along the beaches. Málaga is a great stop for these ships, with easy port access and in Costa del Sol its a common stop on a mediterranean cruise.
Nightlife
Restaurants in the beachfront downtown area, sell many traditional foods specific to the Costa del Sol region, and in downtown Málaga, it can be easy to find dishes such as Espetos or grilled fish. This is a must-stop spot for the foodies out there- probably the most accessible downtown and food-focused downtown I’ve seen. Like lots of beach cities- Málaga has clubs to pick from, some you pay a cover others you can just buy drinks. All and all this is a great city to visit with friends or to make new ones on a solo get away.
Sunny Coastline
The beaches are completely free- although don’t expect to find a bathroom for free anywhere. Even in January, the beach is pleasant- while yes, I do advise bringing a jacket! In the winter months, there is plenty of restate to do beach sports and activities.
Pompidou Centre
Don’t be fooled. Málaga hasn’t just been riding the waves of time but has been adding modern twists to its urban landscape. On the left, you can see the Port which is still under construction a facelift was in order! Málaga has the oldest continuously used port in Spain. Along as a perfect place for a stroll this area has a modern street market selling things like ice cream, gifts and clothes.
Gibralfaro Castle
Disappointingly, I did not go to Gibralfaro Castle which connects to the Alcazaba, and was built by the Moors. The photo on the right, is a photo taken from along the path leading up to the Castle which is located on the top of the hill. The Castle was built by the Caliph of Cordoba (10th century)and was enlarged by the Sultan of Granada in the 14th century. It was taken back from the Moors in the 14th century during the Siege of Málaga by Ferdinand and Isabella. With great views and engaging history and restoration this is a place that I hope that you don’t miss.
Málaga is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in Western Europe.
Roman Theater and the Alcazaba
This is one of the oldest Roman structures in the Andalusian region. It is located at the bottom of the Alcazaba. Málaga was one of the most important cities in Southern Spain and the theater was built during the 1st Century AD. The Moors who later conquered the city used the materials from the theater to build the Alcazaba.
To B- few people have I felt like we became instant friends, and I have great memories with you. I am so sad that we lost touch and I hope that you and your family survived the Earthquakes in Turkey
