Family holidays in Malaga

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Those who want to learn about southern Spanish culture and life style should visit Malaga on the Costa del Sol. Malaga is a modern city that nevertheless has preserved its culture and tradition. In addition, the andalusian port city offers a very peasant climate all year round. So you can always spend a pleasant holiday. Malaga also has many museums and monuments that are definitely worth a visit. There you can also learn more about the history and background of the country. But the city has to offer far more.

In Malaga you can also visit the birthplace and the museum of the famous painter Pablo Picasso; the Cathedral which was built over the old Mosque; the old Arabian fortress Alcazaba and Gibralfaro castle on an hill top, overlooking the Bay and the charming old city centre with plenty of terraces and museums inviting for a stroll or the large park close to the city centre and the harbor, with subtropical plants and trees…

No matter whether you enjoy travelling alone, with friends or with the whole family, Malaga is a great option for a language course as well as a family holiday.

In addition to a lot of culture, Malaga also offers nightlife, entertainment and of course plenty of beaches. Along the popular city beaches and beach promenades there are a large number of beach bars where you absolutely should sample the famous local seafood specialties.

Anyone interested in a trip to Malaga can easily book everything online. You do not need to have advanced knowledge of the Internet to book a trip online. The websites of the providers have an easy design and thus anyone can quickly and easily book a flight to Malaga. For this you have only enter the place of departure and destination and enthe date when you want to travel. Within seconds you will receive an overview with free offers. Similarly, you can book online your car hire in Malaga. This not only saves a lot of time, but usually also a lot of money.

Tourists place Malaga at the head of the cities with more cultural and urban appeal

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Tourists place Malaga at the head of the cities with more cultural and urban appeal

Malaga is positioned for the first time as a leader in the group of Spanish cities that are part of the urban cultural tourism segment with increased numbers in both travelers and stays.

Malaga becomes an interesting destination for cultural tourism. The figures leave no doubt. During the month of May, a total of 88,541 people stayed in hotels in the capital of the Costa del Sol, which is an increase of 13 % over the same month last year.

The motivation of the tourists visiting the city is very diverse, but fundamentally for leisure. However, it should be noted the growing demand that exists for the city as a destination for Spanish students. Malaga is a modern Andalusian city, offering historic and artistic heritage, along with culture and wide and varied range of leisure.

There are many reasons that many travelers from all corners of the world spend their holiday in Malaga, a city that each year provides more and better attractions for visitors. The significant relation of Picasso to this city has contributed greatly to making Malaga a leading cultural destination.

The Picasso Foundation, his birth house and the Picasso Museum are the three jewels of the itinerary of the Picasso Route, all of them situated within the old town. Closeby are also situated the monumental castle Gibralfaro, the Alcazaba, the Roman theatre and the Cathedral.

Thus, with an important offer of leisure and cultural activities, Malaga, the chosen city for “sun and beach” tourism is converting into an ideal destination to combine leisure and culture at its best. Furthermore, the excellent communications with Malaga make it the perfect place to enjoy a “city break”, a type of tourism that is increasingly gaining followers. Malaga is one of those destinations that allow, thanks to the excellent communications and leisure, entertainment and culture, to make the most of a weekend.

Holiday destination Malaga, Spain

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Both for those interested in culture and for shoppers is the bustling port city of Malaga a great proposal for the next holidays. Being the capital of the Costa del Sol also beach-lovers from nearby resorts appreciate to visit the southern Spanish town, whether for a shopping spree or for a sightseeing tour.

Malaga is after Seville the second largest city of Andalusia and the sixth largest in Spain. The city founded by the Phoenicians was very significant during the Muslim period. Above the city stands the Alcazaba, which was built between the 8th and the11th Century. The building is one of the largest Muslim fortresses of Andalusia and was once the seat of the Moorish kings. Here is housed nowadays the Museum of Archaeology featuring exhibits from the Phoenician and Roman times.

On a trip to Malaga vacationers should visit Gibralfaro castle from the 14th Century. From here you can enjoy a panoramic view of the city, the harbor and the bay. Below the castle there are places of interest like the Roman Theatre, the bull ring, and the beautiful old town of Malaga. The historic town with its charming streets, avenues and squares is also worth seeing.

Birthplace of Picasso

If you stroll through the streets of Malaga, you will as well pass by the Plaza de la Merced. Here is situated another highlight of the trip to Malaga: the birthplace of Pablo Picasso. In 2004, was opened the Picasso Museum in the Palacio de Buena Vista. The permanent exhibition includes about 200 works from private collections.

In the centre of Malaga stands the most important building in the city: the cathedral “La Manquita” which roughly means “the one-armed Lady.” It was built by the Catholic Monarchs and got its nickname because of the south tower remained unfinished up to now. The imposing temple is one of the most beautiful religious buildings of the Andalusian Renaissance, and is essential to the program of a trip to Malaga.

Discoveries in the hinterland

A good time for a trip to Malaga is especially the Easter season. With impressive processions the celebrations are among the event highlights of the year. Who is traveling to Malaga this time of the year should, however, book early a hotel and a rental car at Malaga airport. There are Hotels to suit every taste – from the historic city hotel to the stylish design hostel.

Gastronomically, Malaga also provides several discoveries: nice cafes, small tapas bars and fine seafood restaurants. Travelers will also find everywhere the opportunity to taste the most famous specialty of the region: the Malaga wine (Muscat).

Anyone who spends his holidays in Malaga should also plan a trip to the beautiful hinterland. Here we find pretty white villages, vast natural parks and not to forget stunning mountain ranges. Last but not least thanks to the mild climate and a vast selection of famous golf courses is Malaga one of the most popular destinations in Spain.