1. The Malaga Alcazaba is a Moorish fortress in the city of Malaga, Spain. It was built in the 11th century and is one of the best-preserved examples of Islamic architecture in Spain. It consists of two main sections - the upper palace and the lower gardens. The upper palace is a complex of buildings and courtyards that were once the homes of the ruling Moors. The lower gardens are filled with fountains, pools, and intricate landscaping. Some interesting facts about the Malaga Alcazaba include:
- It is the second-largest Moorish fortress in Spain (after the Alhambra in Granada).
- It was built on the site of a Roman fortress that dates back to the 1st century BC.
- The Alcazaba was once connected to the nearby Gibralfaro Castle by a wall. This wall was later demolished to make way for the city’s expansion.
- The Alcazaba was used as a filming location for the 1981 movie \"Conan the Barbarian.\"
2. The Malaga Alcazaba is open to visitors daily from 9am-8pm (summer hours) and 9am-6pm (winter hours). The phone number for the Alcazaba is +34 951 92 60 14.
3. Tickets for the Malaga Alcazaba can be purchased at the entrance or online in advance. General admission is €3.55 for adults and €0.60 for children (ages 6-16). Admission is free for EU citizens with proof of identification. The Alcazaba is easily accessible by public transportation, including bus lines 1, 2, 16, 19, and 36.
