About Malaga

Malaga is the capital of the Costa del Sol which belongs to the southern region of Andalucia which is famous for its beautiful nature, typical white villages, vibrant cities, costal fishing villages, flamenco, bullfighting, fantastic outdoor activities and mild winters.

Malaga is surrounded by cities like Cadiz, Marbella, Seville or Granada which all of them have a rich history, remarkable architecture and culture.

The combination of great weather, some of the best golf courses in Europe, interesting cities with plenty of Spanish culture and history have made the Costa del Sol and Malaga an attractive destination during winter time.

Culture
Malaga has applied for the title of “European Culture Capital” for the year 2016. This means that the city is being improving its cultural offers in every respect. Over twenty museums, most of them in walking distance in the historical center make Malaga the City of Museums. The city presents excellent museums ranging from historic to modern art which host some of the most interesting exhibitions as well as new projects like the Wine Museum or the Holy Week Museum.

The main attractions are the Alcazaba and the Castillo de Gibralfaro, from where you have a fantastic view of the town and bay. Beside the entrance of the Alcabaza (Arabic fortress), which was a moorish fortication of the 8th century, there are ruins of a Roman theatre of the 2nd century. Gibralfaro Castle was built in the 14th century and is one of the most famous historic sites of the Costa del Sol.

The famous painter and sculptor Pablo Picasso was born here (25 October 1881 – 8 April 1973). As one of the most recognized artists of the 20th century he gained unique fame through his revolutionary artistic forms of expression including paintings from classical to abstract, drawings, ceramics and sculptures. His works had great influence on the modern art. His paintings from the blue and pink period marked the beginning of the cubism. His birth house is a five storeyed house which has now become the headquarters of the "The Fundacion Picasso". The Museum contains 3500 pieces which include ceramic and graphic works of Picasso.

Gastronomy
There are multiple ways of enjoying a night out in Malaga. Lively areas with music and dance as well as quieter ambiences where you can have a relaxing drink. For a culinary evening out Malaga offers a wide range of gastronomic highlights as it has converted into a top gastronomic destination. The so called creative cuisine has enriched the city’s gastronomy with Chefs that are trained in famous catering schools.

Tapas
Another very famous and diverting way to spend a typical spanish night out is the famous ‘tapeo’. That means visiting one Tapa bar after another. Just step into one of the numerous Tapas bars that lie in the historical center or elsewhere in the city. Taste various of the delicious tapas that are displayed behind a vitrine, have a drink or two and then head out to the next Tapa bar and the next and the next...

Flamenco & Festivals

Flamenco is a passion in Malaga. Beside from the Flamenco Biennial which normally is hold in November, Malaga has more than a hundred flamenco shows to visit. 

In November the International Jazz Festival is taking place here as well. Famous international jazz and blues interpreters play at various spots all over the city.