Malaga, Spain City Guide

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Malaga Historical Sites

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Malaga is an ancient city, dating back to 1000 BC. Thousands of years of history make for a lot of sites to see! First conquered by the Muslims, and then the Christians, Malaga is a haven for bed and breakfast history buffs. One of the best places to trace this history is in a visit to the Cathedral de la Encarnacion, which was built in 1528 on top of a mosque. The cathedral took two hundred years to build, making the architecture a mix of different eras. Another site that displays Malaga's dense history is La Alcazaba, a military fortress built by the Moors on top of the remains of a Roman fortress. Perched on a hilltop, La Alcazaba is a wonderful place to see the whole city of Malaga and out to the ocean. The sparkling waters and busy city will take your breath away. A trip to the Roman Theater should also be on your list of things to see in Malaga. Over a hundred feet across and 62 feet high, it will amaze you that this place was not discovered until 1951. Because of the religious history of the city, some of the most historically important places to visit are the churches, both ancient and modern, that occur frequently in Malaga. Two such churches are Sangrario Church and Santiago Church. Sangrario Church has an important, fascinating altar built by the famed Juan de Balmaseda. Santiago Church is built in a cross between Gothic and Arab architectures and is the church where Pablo Picasso, Malaga's most famous former resident, was baptized. If all these historical sites overwhelm you, you will be glad to stay at a Malaga bed and breakfast. As a local, your innkeeper will help you sort out the complex history of the region and direct you to sites you would never find in a travel guide.

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