After the Punic Wars, the Roman Republic took control of the town known to them as Malaca. By the 1st century BC, Strabo alluded to its Phoenician profile, in contrast to the hellenized characteristics of the neighbouring settlement of Mainake. [13] Torremolinos became independent from the municipality of Málaga in September 1988. [50] Geography [ edit ] Location [ edit ] Satellite view centered on Málaga Those false notions about the city coupled with the fact that Málaga has always been somewhat of a diamond in the rough has made it less popular than many of its neighboring cities in Andalucía. Ladero Quesada, Miguel Ángel (1992). "Mudéjares y repobladores en el Reino de Granada (1485-1501)". Cuadernos de Historia Moderna. 13: 62. Centro de Arte Contemporáneo( CAC Malaga). Closed Mondays. Located in a former wholesale trade market, it houses a good collection of works of art and installations. Guided visits. Free.

But within the past 10-15 years, Málaga city has changed and undergone a renaissance in many senses. And we think you definitely should add it to your Spain travel itinerary. As of 2018, the population of Málaga is 571,026, accounting for 527,463 Spanish nationals and 43,563 foreign citizens. [80] Malaga is a city undergoing regeneration. While it may not have the draw of nearby Andalucian cities Granada, Córdoba and Seville, it offers plenty in the way of art, culture and beauty. It’s got that beautiful marriage of ancient and modern. Interactive Museum of Music( Museo Interactivo de la Musica Málaga), Muralla Plaza de la Marina, ☏ +34 952 210 440. Daily 10:00-14:00 and 16:00-20:00. Has one of the largest collections of musical instruments in Europe. €3.Teatinos - Known as Málaga’s university area, Teatinos has a student vibe with “college town” amenities thanks to the University of Málaga. Vegetariano El Calafate, Calle Andrés Perez, 6, ☏ +34 952 22 93 44. A hidden gem around the corner from Thyssen Museum. Offers traditional Spanish & Andalucian dishes, with a vegetarian twist. Low-key interior with art for sale on the walls. Good choice for lunch and dinner. ( updated Sep 2022)

Soho - Nestled between the historic center and the old port, Soho is currently cool and hip. There is a lot of great street art in this part of town. A taxi to the city center will cost about €20, a journey to Málaga Port will cost around €25. Taxis can be found at the airport's taxi rank just outside the arrivals hall of Terminal 2. Generally, there are taxis available, although you may have to queue and in summer the queues can be very long.As you walk the streets of Malaga you’ll be amazed at the beautiful historic buildings sitting alongside each other. There’s so much detail on each one… plus plenty of art to take in too. But head up to one of the city’s tallest buildings for a completely different view of the city. Datos del Registro de Entidades Locales". Ministerio de Asuntos Económicos y Transformación Digital . Retrieved 30 May 2021. The historic Anglican Cemetery of St. George is the oldest non-Roman Catholic Christian cemetery established on mainland Spain (in 1831).