Scenic route
Caminito del Rey
Málaga, Spain
A walkway fixed to the sides of a steep gorge, once called the most dangerous path in the world.
Castle · Spain · Andalusia
Alcazaba of Malaga
A Moorish palace-fortress on the hillside above Malaga's old town.
Paid entry about 1.5 h
For storytellers
Why Alcazaba of Malaga matters
The Alcazaba is a Moorish fortress-palace that climbs up a hill above the city centre. Its lush gardens, fountains and arched courtyards are lovely, and from the walls you look across the port and the sea. At the foot of the hill are the remains of a Roman theatre. Climb on to the Gibralfaro castle above.
Talking points
- It dates from the Moorish period, around the eleventh century.
- A Roman theatre sits at the foot of the hill.
- The upper walls give views of the port.
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Gibralfaro Castle
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Museum
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Market
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Cave
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A large cave system with huge chambers and ancient prehistoric paintings.
Church, mosque or temple
Malaga Cathedral
Málaga, Spain
A Renaissance cathedral nicknamed La Manquita, the one-armed lady, for its unfinished tower.
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