Malaga: Fusion of Beach, Culture and Modernity
Beyond its splendid 16 beaches bathed by the Mediterranean, this vibrant Andalusian city offers a rich and varied cultural life. Birthplace of the genius Pablo Picasso, Malaga has been revitalized in recent years with the opening of museums that satisfy all tastes.
If we combine the appeal of the sea and culture with its lively atmosphere, the generous tapas in its bars, avant-garde neighborhoods such as Soho, and renovated areas such as the port, we find an exciting city full of history that everyone would like to discover. It is no coincidence that it is said that Malaga is more beautiful than ever.
A Journey Through Time
Malaga is full of historical monuments, such as the Alcazaba, one of the most imposing Arab fortresses in Andalusia, and the Gibralfaro Castle, which offers incomparable views of the city. At the foot of the castle are the Roman theater and a picturesque historic center perfect for exploring. On this tour, you will come across the Atarazanas Market, ideal for enjoying a vermouth, and monuments such as the Cathedral, known as “La Manquita” for its unfinished right tower. You cannot miss the experience of climbing up to its roofs.
As Picasso’s birthplace, Málaga houses a museum dedicated to the painter in the centre, and you can also visit his birthplace.
Avant-garde and Contemporary Culture
But Málaga does not live only from its history. In recent years, the Carmen Thyssen Museum, the only Pompidou Centre outside France with its emblematic coloured cube, and the Collection of the Russian Museum of St. Petersburg have emerged.
For those looking for a more alternative cultural offering, the Centre for Contemporary Art does not disappoint, with its urban art exhibitions on the façades and the innovative locals in the Soho neighbourhood.
Essence of Malaga
There are several things that give Malaga its unique touch. To start, beyond the monuments, it is always a good idea to enjoy a sunny day on the legendary urban beach of La Malagueta. And those who want to fully immerse themselves in traditional flavours must visit the seaside neighbourhood of Pedregalejo and try the typical grilled sardine skewers.
Returning to La Malagueta, next to it is Muelle 1, a promenade in the port full of shops and restaurants that is a pleasure to walk along at dusk until you reach La Farola, a lighthouse that is a symbol of the city.
Another emblem of Malaga? Without a doubt its pedestrian street Marqués de Larios, a very lively promenade decorated with flowers and which you have to walk along at least once on a trip to Malaga. At night, this area and its surrounding streets also become the perfect place to go for tapas in places that are already institutions such as Bodega El Pimpi and try what ajoblanco tastes like.
Málaga is also its Film Festival, its Holy Week, its innovative restaurants. But above all, Málaga is joy.
