Medina Azahara The 1000 year old ruins of the forgotten city of Medina Azahara are a remarkable site. Built approximately five kilometres from the city of Cordoba the ruins were buried until about 95 years ago. However, before it was buried Medina Azahara was the largest known city in Western Europe to have been built with a new canvas - there were no previous ruins. The … [Read more...] about Forgotten city of Medina Azahara
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Marbella Marina
Marbella Marina - La Badajilla Marbella's Quietest port, But Not For Much longer The port of La Badajilla otherwise known as Marbella Marina has long been in the shadows of its more glitzy cousin Puerto Banus which lies 7 kms west. Anyone who has paid a visit to Puerto Banus previously will know that it is the chosen location for celebrities, well-to-do folk, and anyone who … [Read more...] about Marbella Marina
Charming white village Manilva, situated in the Malaga province of Andalucia
Manilva is surrounded by scores of vineyards. Every available parcel of land has been given over to the cultivation of grapes for which this town is famous. Although small, it is worth a visit with the towns' focal point being its church. Situated in Plaza Iglesia, the church was constructed in the late 18th century by master builder Don Felipe Perez, the funding being … [Read more...] about Charming white village Manilva, situated in the Malaga province of Andalucia
Malaga City Bullring
La Malagueta bullring For those interested in bullfighting, you should visit the Malaga city bullring during the Feria de Malaga which is held in August. During the Malaga Fair week (or Feria de Agosto as it is also known) the best bullfighters in the whole of Spain will go to La Malagueta (Malagas bullring) for the some spectacular bullfighting. This bullring … [Read more...] about Malaga City Bullring
The Malaga Cathedral
The Malaga Cathedral is one of the largest cathedrals in the world. Other than the structure itself being strikingly beautiful, it is also home to many carvings, statues and paintings. Dominating the views from the castle is Malaga's half finished cathedral. Built on the site of an old mosque it has been nicknamed 'La Manquita', (One armed lady), as it has only one tower. The … [Read more...] about The Malaga Cathedral