Millions visit Málaga each year. So why don’t more people talk about the place? Cause they go form here to the Costa del Sol... Gibralfaro castle high above Malaga is a wonderful place. From the medieval citadel once the coast was observed. Today heralds cargo cranes are signs of explosive growth. Andalusia's second largest city (550 000 Ew.) - founded by the Phoenicians - is the hub of Spain's south. Those who remain longer in Malaga should get the Málaga-Card (35 Euro).

Alcazaba Behind the three concentric ring walls of the moors fortress from the 11th century hide winding passageways, small flower gardens with water features and graceful arches. summer Tue- Sun 9.30am to 8pm.

Gibralfaro When you climb up the mountain to conquer more and more top view of the city. If the castle is reached, reward you a magnificent view. In summer daily 9am-8pm, otherwise 9am-6pm

Cathedral The vernacular called "La Manquita", the single, because it only has one tower and the point of the second a fuselage. Mon-Sat 10am-5.45pm, Plaza de la Catedral

Paseo del Parque On the subtropical promenade near the harbor the malaguenos are rightly proud.

Plaza de la Merced On the square flap are still the doves, which were for the young Pablo Picasso so important. The cobbled square with the beautiful old pavilion is lined with ancient houses, which have all been rehabilitated.

shopping                                                                                                                                                                                                              Centro Comercial Lariós Great Mall on Avenida de la Aurora - the whole world of consumption under one roof. All national and international brand names are represented here, plus over 100 shops on several floors.

Shopping district The once infamous area between the River Guadalmedina, Plaza San Ignacio and the streets and Especerias Cisneros became a popular shopping district.

Mercado Central Great Market Hall in Neomudejarstyle, market-fresh products from the Andalusian land, livestock and fisheries. Mon-Sat 8am-2pm, Calle Atarazanas 8

food                                                                                                                                                                            Mesón Almírez Permanent address for fish and meat dishes. Calle Río

Rocío Cafe de Paris The creative Andalusian cuisine is led by Jose Carlos Garcia - for many the best restaurant in town. Calle Vélez Malaga 8

El Campanario de Ignacio Scenerestaurant with daring compositions from traditional ingredients - a real pleasure. Paseo de la Sierra 34

Cortija de Pepe Popular Tapabar with pleasing a broad selection, among the locals a very popular meeting place. Plaza de la Merced 2, daily.

where to stay                                                                                                                                                              Don Paco Solid room, three stars. Not far from bus and train station. 31 rooms. Calle Salitre 53

Larios Artificial atmosphere, 41 cool rooms, historic facade - all in the middle of the city. Calle Marques de Larios 2.

Romerito Two-star comfort, friendly rooms. With Andalusian patio and restaurant. 50 rooms. Calle Espacio 50.

Sur Legal budget hotel in a prime location, in a quiet pedestrian area behind the Alameda Principal. 52 rooms. Calle Trinidad Grund 13.