We motored and sailed the 30 miles down the coast from Marbella to Malaga, by-passing the delights of Torremelinos. Malaga port has benefited from major EU finded investment and now has a new cruise ship dock, eating and shopping area as well a a Pompidous art gallery.
The city has some interesting sights including the Alcazaba, the
palace-fortress of Malaga's Moorish governors and the older Castilo De
Gibralfaro, which was origionally built in the 8th Century. The unfinished
cathedral dates from the 16th century on the site of the former mosque. The
Plaza de Toros is apparently roman in origin. The city was the birthplace of
Picasso and now houses a major gallery showing his work. (this post was written
over lunch in the shadow of the cathedral, listening to buskers playing
classical guitar).
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| The Pompidou Centre with the Alcazaba in the background. |
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| The purple Jacaranda trees are stunning |
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| Nice view of port from Alcazaba rather spoilt |
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| Alcazaba |
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| Plaza de Toros |
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| Tropical gardens |
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| Malaga Cathedral |
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