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History & Heritage in Málaga

Few places on earth carry as many layers of history as Andalucía. Phoenician and Roman ports, the golden centuries of Al-Andalus, the Reconquista, the Age of Exploration launched from Sevilla: the past is visible on every street corner.

Fuengirola: A Family Favourite on the Costa del Sol
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Fuengirola: A Family Favourite on the Costa del Sol

Discover Fuengirola, the family-friendly heart of the Costa del Sol, where Roman ruins and a Moorish castle meet seven kilometres of sandy beaches and a world-class zoo.

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Málaga’s Grand Cathedral and the Transformed Waterfront
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Málaga’s Grand Cathedral and the Transformed Waterfront

Discover the architectural wonder of Málaga Cathedral and the sleek, modern waterfront of Muelle Uno in this guide to the city's historic and maritime heart.

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A Guide to Álora and the Adventure Gateway of El Chorro
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A Guide to Álora and the Adventure Gateway of El Chorro

Discover the gateway to the Caminito del Rey and the limestone cliffs of El Chorro. This guide explores the historic village of Álora and the outdoor adventures of inland Málaga.

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A Guide to the Alcazaba and Roman Theatre in Málaga
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A Guide to the Alcazaba and Roman Theatre in Málaga

Discover the layers of Málaga's history at the 1st-century Roman Theatre and the formidable Moorish Alcazaba fortress.

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A Local Guide to Torrox: Sun, History and Europe’s Best Climate
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A Local Guide to Torrox: Sun, History and Europe’s Best Climate

Discover Torrox, a unique Andalucían destination claiming the best climate in Europe, featuring Roman ruins, sun-soaked beaches, and a charming whitewashed village.

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Ronda: The City Defying Gravity Above El Tajo
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Ronda: The City Defying Gravity Above El Tajo

Ronda is a dramatic clifftop city in Málaga, split by a 120-metre-deep gorge and joined by the iconic 18th-century Puente Nuevo bridge. This guide explores its bullfighting heritage, ancient Arab baths, and the rugged landscape of the Serranía.

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