Malaga’s history spans nearly 3,000 years, thus making it one of the world’s oldest cities. It traces its history back to the Phoenicians. The Moors ruled Malaga for nearly eight centuries. These invaders from North Africa rendered the city both rich and beaufiful. The Moors left their deep imprint on Malaga.
Malaga leads somewhat of a double life. As the capital of the Costa del Sol, it reflects the festive Spanishness of one of Europe’s prime resort regions. Only the sunny Mediterranean climate and the obligatory siesta link the businesslike and fiesta faces of the city.
Closer to Malaga, trips along the coast survey the appeal of the Costa del Sol resorts – as refined as Marbella (more of a jet set enclave), or as the more bohemian Torremolinos, where the sun coast becomes the fun coast. If I am lucky enough to visit Spain for and extended period of time, this is the area I would call my temporary home. However, because of my schedule time will not permit on this trip.
View from the Fortress walls.Loved the Roman touch of the Roman theater within the city.This building is some 300 years old. Amazing what a good power-washing can do.Pedestrian streets abound in this area of town.Street entertainer as a matador. I think the best part of this act is his pants. I’d almost be prepared to step into the ring with a live bull if I could sport those pants.These guys were really electric and energized. The pooch was a nice touch too. When I contributed to their fund I ask that they be sure to take care of the dog too.Love the idea of maintaining the hell out of the door, but letting these rest of the property go to shit.This Elton John tribute performer was very good and believable. Right down to his classically bad British teeth.At a fabulous tapas restaurant this dude is preparing one of the Spain’s specialties. Wait for it, wait for it, okay see the image below.Spain’s obsession with pigs is evidenced in many restaurants. Not sure I wanted to see this before I ate it, but it was too late. However, after partaking in this treat I had to watch him carve. It truly was a thing of beauty to behold. The loving way he shaved it was just like the way Paul Sorvino shaves the garlic clove when he was in prison in the movie “Goodfellas.”
