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Tourist Information
Malaga is the major
coastal city of Andalucia and is a typical Andaluz city untouched by
tourism.
The Moors occupied the
city until the mid fifteenth century, after which it grew to become one
of the foremost merchant centres. This history has left its imprint on
the centre of Malaga, particularly around La Alcazaba, a fortress datng
back to 1065 and now an archaeological museum.
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Pablo
Picasso is the city’s famous son and there are several art galleries showing his work, including the 16th century
Museum of Fine Arts, near the Cathedral.
His
birthplace in Plaza Merced and is open to the public.
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Time Difference: GMT+2 (GMT+1 from 25 Oct to 27 Mar)
Flight Times from the UK : 2-3 hours
Currency:
Peseta |
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Banks: 09.00 to 14.00 Mon-Fri, 09.00 to
13.00 Sat (except during summer)
Tipping: Not necessary when a service
charge is added to the bill. Otherwise 5-10% of restaurant bill or metered fare
in a taxi
Tourist Office phone number: 0207 486 807
Currency
Converter: CLICK
HERE to check the latest currency rates of exchange
For Weather in Malaga CLICK
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People: Spanish
Religion: Roman Catholic
Language:
Spanish
Health Risks: No recommended
immunisations, however polio and tetanus immunisations should be up to date.
Long-term visitors should consider hepatitis A immunisation.
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