Alcazaba Fortress
The Alcazaba is one of the most famous of Malaga’s landmarks. This grand fortress sits on the top of a hill overlooking the port of Malaga. Most of the building was built in the 11th century, but it was completed by the 15th century. It was constructed for king Badis and served as the summer palace for the governors of the region. There are two walled enclosures – the outer one follows the topography of the hill and covers the inner structure completely. The outer wall also has defensive towers at regular distances. The Alcazaba can be accessed through the main entrance: Puerta de la Boveda. The pathway that leads up the castle has been decorated with landscaped gardens and artistic water fountains. A lift has also been installed here to go up the castle.
Address:
Calle Alcazabilla, s/n 29015
Malaga (Malaga)
Tel. +34 952227230 / Fax +34 952227230
The Cathedral de la Encarnacion
The cathedral is located in the old quarter of the town. It was built between 1528 and 1782, and features a mixture of styles from gothic to medieval. Even so only one tower of the Cathedral could be completed. Thus it is called as "La Manquita" – one armed. The cathedral has magnificent carved doors, and they have the name of the cathedral on them. The interior is splendidly done up with carvings and sculptures. The two chapels: Capilla Mayor and Capilla Del Sagrado Corazon are interesting. The choir stalls are remarkable with their 42 sculptural works of Pedro de Mena. The cathedral has a magnificent courtyard and pretty gardens. Inside the cathedral there is a cathedral museum which is also worth a visit.
Address:
Calle Molina Lario, s/n 29015 Malaga (Malaga)
Tel. +34 952228491
Gibralfaro Castle
This ancient castle now remains in ruins, but the solid ramparts that we see today are an indication of the strength and the magnificence of this grand structure. There are evidences that it was built in the early 14th century and is situated on a mountain. A panoramic view of the whole of Malaga is to be had from the top of the mountain. The castle was built as a protection for Alcazaba. Inside, an Arabic-era Pozo which is over 40 meters deep and dug out of the rock, several cisterns, two bakery ovens, guard booths from the modern era are some interesting objects to be seen. The fortress’ Interpretive Centre is also located here.
Address:
Cmno. Gibralfaro s/n, 29016 Malaga (Malaga)
Tel: +34 952217646
Fax: 952227230
The Roman Theatre
Lying at the base of the Alcazaba, the roman theatre was hidden underground for centuries. It was finally discovered in 1951 when work was on for the garden near the Alcazaba. It was constructed in the times of Emperor Augustus. The theatre has three main stands and three main get ways that lead to those stands. The theatre has a radius of 31 meters is 16 meters tall and has an orchestra of 15 meters. Some of the material from the theater was used in the construction of the Alcazaba.
