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Alcazaba: La Alcazaba de Malaga
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  • By xanaia on June 4, 2004
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  • View from la Alcazaba - Málaga
    View from la Alcazaba
    by xanaia
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    The first time I saw the Alcazaba I never thought that walking throght it was gonna be so amazing as it was. I expected that the interior would be in ruins and that the only thing that I was gonna see were old stones and ruins from the Islamic Age, as this architectural ensemble was built in the 9th century when the moorish dominated the south of Spain. But how attonished was I, when I found beaaaaaaaaaautiful yards (patios), gardens, flowers, fountains... It´s and incredible place. And the view of Malaga from it it's awesome. You can see the whole city from there. There's also a museum with objects from those times. You canNOT miss this place!!!

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  • Directions: Very near from Plaza de la Merced and from Paseo del Parque Winter: open from tuesday to sunday (9.30 to 18.00) Summer: open from tuesday to sunday (9.30 to 20.00)

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    Alcazaba: INSIDE THE ALCAZABA DE MALAGA
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  • Updated By LoriPori on February 20, 2006
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  • Patio de la Alberca ( Pool ) - Málaga
    Patio de la Alberca (
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    Inside the Palace, there are three consecutive courtyards. The first, the Patio de los Surtidores ( Jets of Water ) with a row of caliphal arches leading to the Torre de la Armadura Mudejar. with a sixteenth century carved wooden ceiling and the Torre de Maldonado, with lovely original marble columns and a splendid view of the city. The Nazari Palace is reached through a restored pavillion and contains the Patio de los Naranjos ( Orange Trees ) and the Patio de la Alberca ( Pool ). Behind it is the quarter of dwellings. The "Pool" reminded me of the Reflecting Pool at the Alhambra.

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    Alcazaba: Alcazaba
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  • Updated By MM212 on May 25, 2006
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  • Alcazaba de Malaga - Málaga
    Alcazaba de Malaga
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    Alcazaba is perhaps the most important historic monument in Málaga. Perched on a hill by the Mediterranean waters, the fortress was first built in the 8th century, right after the arrival of the Arabs into the Iberian Peninsula, over ruins of Roman buildings. Materials from the Roman ruins were used to build Alcazaba and are still visible to this day, though much of the existing walls date from the 11th century when Alcazaba was reinforced. Visits are allowed of the beautiful gardens and terraces of Alcazaba, which offer fantastic views of the city. Inside Alcazaba, there is an archeological museums displaying Roman, Phoenician and other artefacts found in Málaga over the years.

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    Alcazaba: ALCAZABA DE MALAGA
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  • Updated By LoriPori on February 20, 2006
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  • Alcazaba - Málaga
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    Built on a hill with a view over the sea and the city is the fortress and palace of Malaga's Muslim governors. The only remaining building from medieval times, the ALCAZABA DE MALAGA'S irregular ground plan is adapted to the topography of the land and consists of two walled areas. It was once a Royal palace, where Felipe V stayed on a visit to the city. In 1843 it stopped being military property. Its restoration was proposed in 1931 by architect Antonio Palacios Ramilo and historian and scholar Juan Temboury. Entry is 1,90Euro Combined price for Gibralfaro & Alcazaba 3.15 Euro Free entry on Sundays

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  • Directions: You can also reach the Alcazaba fortress by a lift in Calle Guillen Sotelo,behind the Town Hall.

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    Alcazaba: Alcazaba
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  • By diageva on November 30, 2003
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  • Alcazaba - Málaga
    Alcazaba
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    This is a Moorish construction of the 11th to 14th centuries, residence of the court and the soldiers that guarded it. It is certainly one of the most important historical buildings in the city, its outstanding architectural element being the tower that was built on Roman stone foundations and reconstructed in modern times. One of the inside arches, built in brick and stone, is especially interesting. Visiting times are 8.30 to 7 p.m. every day except Tuesdays, and entrance is free. Due to restoration work in progress, only part of the building is currently open to the public.

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    Alcazaba: La Alcazaba
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  • Updated By lina112 on August 27, 2007
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  • Alcazaba - Málaga
    by lina112
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    Some five minutes walk from the the Cathedral is Alcazaba, a 15th Century Moorish fort. The fort rambles across a hill which used to form part of the shore line, before the land that now forms the port was recaptured from the sea. Next to the fort is a 1st Century Roman theatre which is currently under restoration, the job being made all the more difficult because much of the theatre's masonry was used by the Moors in the construction of Alcazaba. Se encuentra en las faldas del monte Gibralfaro en cuya cumbre se halla el Castillo del mismo nombre. Alcazaba y Castillo están unidos por un pasillo de monte resguardado por dos murallas zigzagueantes o rampantes llamado La Coracha. La Alcazaba es una edificación nazarí construida sobre la roca y en la que destaca la armoniosa conjunción de las necesidades defensivas y la serena belleza de sus estancias y jardines interiores; como obra militar es la más importante musulmana conservada en Espańa.

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    Alcazaba: The Alcazaba
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  • By benidormone on March 19, 2004
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  • The Alcazaba - Málaga
    The Alcazaba
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    The Alcazaba is a 15th Century Moorish fort.Close to the fort is a 1st Century Roman theatre which is under restoration right now. The fort is across a hill which used to form part of the shore line.It now forms the port that was recaptured from the sea.

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  • Phone: + 34 952 22 72 30
  • Directions: Five minutes from the famous cathedral
  • Website: http://www.malagaturismo.com/

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    Alcazaba: THE MIGHTY ALCAZABA
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  • Updated By ALSAGOFF on March 22, 2004
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  • VIEW TO A KILL OR IS IT A VIEW YOU'D KILL 4? - Málaga
    VIEW TO A KILL OR IS IT A VIEW
    YOU'D KILL 4?
    by ALSAGOFF
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    It was raining when we first got to Malaga, on a Sun afternoon. But that didn't stop us from exploring. We took a Renfe train or what's equivalent to Malaga's metro system from Torremolinos and made a stop at Malaga City station NOT to be confused with Malaga-Renfe. And walked along the streets about 4-5 blocks away to the fortress. The best part? It was free admission til about 7pm, their closing time. A nice beautiful walk up the steps, many beautiful gardens and ponds, fountains with a lovely view of Malaga town up to the harbour. You can even get a glimpse of the bull-ring!

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    Alcazaba: Alcazaba
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  • Updated By Helga67 on May 31, 2007
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  • Alcazaba - Málaga
    Alcazaba
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    Alcazaba is a fortress built in the 11th century by the Moors. It was built on the remains of a Roman fortress. It has an impressive double wall with a large number of defence towers and contains three palaces in Moorish style surrounded by beautiful gardens and fountains. Several terraces offer magnificent views of the town and harbour. Inside one of the palaces, there is an archaeological museum about Paleolithic and Neolithic antiquities and an exhibition about Muslim ceramics and pottery. It is undoubtedly a must-see attraction. Walking along the winding stone pathways and through the Moorish gates you will feel like being in another part of the world. Alcazaba is open daily (except on Mondays) from 9.30 am to 8 pm. Entrance fee: 1.80 EUR

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    Alcazaba: Entrance to the Alcazaba, Roman Theatre and Museum
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  • By Beach_dog on February 5, 2004
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    Entrance to the Roman Theatre is by the Alcazba and is free. Entrance to the Alcazaba and its museum costs €0.80. Opening times are Monday to Friday 09:30 - 20:00 (but closed all day Tuesday). Saturday 10:00 - 13:00, Sunday 10:00 - 14:00. Note these are summer times and it shuts earlier during the winter months. There is a Tourist Office located at the entrance.

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