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Málaga Out and About
By Edward Kirwan
The ancient City of Málaga, situated in the centre of the Costa del Sol
has until recently been overlooked by many tourists. Arriving by air, it is
easy to bypass the city traveling east or west and not return until it is
time to leave Spain. This is without doubt a mistake. Málaga has so
much to offer the visitor, from the heights of the Alcazaba and the
Gibralfaro overlooking the old town and the port to its narrow streets
that team with endless life around the restaurants, shops and tapas
bars.
Pablo Picasso, Malaga’s favorite son, is celebrated in the Málaga
Picasso Museum a short walk from the Baroque Cathedral built on the
site of the old Moorish mosque. The cathedral is locally referred to as
‘La Manquita’ (The One Armed Woman), since it only boasts one bell
tower and is open all year round. Walking east from here you can find
the Plaza de Toros, fully operational during the 10 day Feria de Malaga
held in the second week of August. Then you can enjoy a stroll back
along the tree lined Paseo del Parque and the Paseo de Espana to the
foot of Calle Larios.
Calle Larios, a beautiful marbled pedestrian street, offers quality and
stylish shopping along its length, while forays into the smaller side
streets reveal hidden insights into the Málagueno lifestyle. Here you
will find monuments, character buildings and peaceful squares in which
to take some refreshment. You may find the aromas from the
restaurants hard to resist but as the choice ranges from ultra modern
to traditional you will surely find one to suit so take the time to enjoy a
relaxing meal. For light refreshment explore the numerous tapa bars or
one of the Moorish tearooms (teterias).
West of Calle Larios towards to port is the busy street, the Alamada
Principal, cooled by vast overhanging trees wonderfully decorated at
Christmas with spiraling white lights. If you look carefully you will
discover Málaga’s oldest bodega (wine bar) in the old customs house.
They continue to serve various local wines from vast wooden barrels
lined along one wall in their traditional fashion and your bill is written in
chalk on the table in front of you. Enjoy a glass or two from their
extensive range but beware of its deceptive strength. Across the river
Guadalmedina, lies the El Corte Ingles department store where there is
plenty of opportunity for more shopping.
Málaga loves to party and its celebrations during the Feria in August as
well as the Christmas and Easter processions will take your breath
away. The Plaza de la Constitución, on the north end of Calle Larios, is
the focal point of these lengthy activities. The Feria celebrations in the
city quietens down around nine in the evening but after a break for
dinner the party continues at full pace on the purpose built fairground
close to the airport. You may come away wondering if the locals ever
sleep but the sheer scale and beauty of these cultural and religious
events make a little fatigue worthwhile. So be prepared to stay up late
and to make your reservations early because although the city is well
supplied with good accommodation they do fill up rapidly during these
times.
For lazy days the city has long sandy beaches either side of the port,
the more attractive being in the eastern end. Even in the height of
summer you will find plenty of space to enjoy yourself. Try the beach
bars (chiringuitos) whose food speciality is sardines cooked on skewers
in front of an open fire (espetos). With the mild climate, the beaches
can be enjoyed all year round. Alternatively, the hop on-hop off tour
buses provide an excellent way to see more of the city.
Málaga is easily accessible from the Pablo Ruiz Picasso International
airport by car, train or bus. However, when hiring a car be prepared to
know in which direction you wish to travel as the signs to either Malaga
or Cadiz come up very quickly! There are many cheap flights to Malaga
all year round and now (or coming very soon) Delta is offering direct
flights from New York.
When visiting Spain make sure to visit this vibrant and historic city
which is currently bidding to become the European Culture Capital in
2016.
By Edward Kirwan
The ancient City of Málaga, situated in the centre of the Costa del Sol
has until recently been overlooked by many tourists. Arriving by air, it is
easy to bypass the city traveling east or west and not return until it is
time to leave Spain. This is without doubt a mistake. Málaga has so
much to offer the visitor, from the heights of the Alcazaba and the
Gibralfaro overlooking the old town and the port to its narrow streets
that team with endless life around the restaurants, shops and tapas
bars.
Pablo Picasso, Malaga’s favorite son, is celebrated in the Málaga
Picasso Museum a short walk from the Baroque Cathedral built on the
site of the old Moorish mosque. The cathedral is locally referred to as
‘La Manquita’ (The One Armed Woman), since it only boasts one bell
tower and is open all year round. Walking east from here you can find
the Plaza de Toros, fully operational during the 10 day Feria de Malaga
held in the second week of August. Then you can enjoy a stroll back
along the tree lined Paseo del Parque and the Paseo de Espana to the
foot of Calle Larios.
Calle Larios, a beautiful marbled pedestrian street, offers quality and
stylish shopping along its length, while forays into the smaller side
streets reveal hidden insights into the Málagueno lifestyle. Here you
will find monuments, character buildings and peaceful squares in which
to take some refreshment. You may find the aromas from the
restaurants hard to resist but as the choice ranges from ultra modern
to traditional you will surely find one to suit so take the time to enjoy a
relaxing meal. For light refreshment explore the numerous tapa bars or
one of the Moorish tearooms (teterias).
West of Calle Larios towards to port is the busy street, the Alamada
Principal, cooled by vast overhanging trees wonderfully decorated at
Christmas with spiraling white lights. If you look carefully you will
discover Málaga’s oldest bodega (wine bar) in the old customs house.
They continue to serve various local wines from vast wooden barrels
lined along one wall in their traditional fashion and your bill is written in
chalk on the table in front of you. Enjoy a glass or two from their
extensive range but beware of its deceptive strength. Across the river
Guadalmedina, lies the El Corte Ingles department store where there is
plenty of opportunity for more shopping.
Málaga loves to party and its celebrations during the Feria in August as
well as the Christmas and Easter processions will take your breath
away. The Plaza de la Constitución, on the north end of Calle Larios, is
the focal point of these lengthy activities. The Feria celebrations in the
city quietens down around nine in the evening but after a break for
dinner the party continues at full pace on the purpose built fairground
close to the airport. You may come away wondering if the locals ever
sleep but the sheer scale and beauty of these cultural and religious
events make a little fatigue worthwhile. So be prepared to stay up late
and to make your reservations early because although the city is well
supplied with good accommodation they do fill up rapidly during these
times.
For lazy days the city has long sandy beaches either side of the port,
the more attractive being in the eastern end. Even in the height of
summer you will find plenty of space to enjoy yourself. Try the beach
bars (chiringuitos) whose food speciality is sardines cooked on skewers
in front of an open fire (espetos). With the mild climate, the beaches
can be enjoyed all year round. Alternatively, the hop on-hop off tour
buses provide an excellent way to see more of the city.
Málaga is easily accessible from the Pablo Ruiz Picasso International
airport by car, train or bus. However, when hiring a car be prepared to
know in which direction you wish to travel as the signs to either Malaga
or Cadiz come up very quickly! There are many cheap flights to Malaga
all year round and now (or coming very soon) Delta is offering direct
flights from New York.
When visiting Spain make sure to visit this vibrant and historic city
which is currently bidding to become the European Culture Capital in
2016.
Màlaga Airport
(Pablo Ruiz Picasso International airport)
Airport code: AGP.
The airport is located 6km southwest
of Málaga city centre and 10 km north
of Torremolinos.
Train service runs every 30 minutes.
(Pablo Ruiz Picasso International airport)
Airport code: AGP.
The airport is located 6km southwest
of Málaga city centre and 10 km north
of Torremolinos.
Train service runs every 30 minutes.
International country code: 34
Electricity
220 volts AC, 50Hz; round two-pin
plugs are standard.
Government
Parliamentary monarchy
Population
Malaga: 561,565
Religion
Roman Catholic 94%, other 6%
Electricity
220 volts AC, 50Hz; round two-pin
plugs are standard.
Government
Parliamentary monarchy
Population
Malaga: 561,565
Religion
Roman Catholic 94%, other 6%
Malaga |
Time Zone GMT +1, +2
during daylight-saving time
(last Sunday in March to last
Sunday in October)
during daylight-saving time
(last Sunday in March to last
Sunday in October)
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Mediterranean Cooking Class in Malaga
Discover the secret of traditional Mediterranean
cuisine at this cooking session in Malaga. Begin
your day with a trip to the Malaga central market
to shop for fresh vegetables and other
ingredients required for preparing your
Mediterranean cuisine.
Pick-up from any hotel or resort along the Costa del
Sol, between Malaga & Marbella.
Every Tuesday
Details & Booking
Discover the secret of traditional Mediterranean
cuisine at this cooking session in Malaga. Begin
your day with a trip to the Malaga central market
to shop for fresh vegetables and other
ingredients required for preparing your
Mediterranean cuisine.
Pick-up from any hotel or resort along the Costa del
Sol, between Malaga & Marbella.
Every Tuesday
Details & Booking
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all summer long...and summer last a long time here on the
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