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Teatro Cervantes Málaga - Música, teatro, danza, lírica Malaga
When
arriving at Malaga airport, most people turn right and head for the
Costa del Sol and forget that Malaga the city even exists! It's a city
with a thriving port and traffic clogged streets but there is another
side to Malaga. Exploring the honeycomb of Malaga's back streets and
discovering an intriguing choice of shops, restaurants and tapas bars
can be fun.There is an historic side too with a fortress that dates back to 1065. Near here is a castle that was rebuilt by the Moors in the 14th century and is now a traditional Parador (hotel); worth a visit if only for the views. Pablo Picasso was born in Malaga and the city boasts several galleries that feature his work including the 16th century Museum of Fine Arts. Malaga is perhaps not my first choice of a city to visit, but if you have grown weary of the beach it's only 30 or 40 minutes away so you could go late afternoon and stay into the evening. Return 
MALAGA CHRISTMAS
From the
first days of December the streets and main seats of Malaga fill of
lights and color. A spectacular decoration navideña that it invites to
the stroll and the delight. Numerous activities are developed in these dates: belenes (emphasizing among them the one that the own City council installs in the Large house of the Park) tracks of skating, music concerts…. One animated life in the street within the framework of a special decoration worthy to see. And so that not to think about some purchases. Numerous positions are distributed throughout the Park in these special dates. And our commercial centers, department store, with the numerous commerce that surrounds and all the historical center by all means him will be able to offer what it is looking for. Anímese to spend with us some days at this time of the year, will enjoy. Y S.A. to take a walk by some of our beaches is people taking the sun, is not surprised. In our splendid days of December in Malaga the sun can be taken. CAVALCADE OF THE MAGICAL KINGS OF EAST Day 5 of January of every year, indeed at the Port of Malaga, Kings Magos arrive at the 17 hours. Once located in his respective floats, a boy, in representation of all the small ones of Malaga, will read to His Majestys his letter of Kings. After the reading, the Cavalcade initiates its route, that goes from the Stroll of the Park to the seat of the City council. Kings Magos carry out every year, the traditional Cavalcade that arrives at the streets of downtown. Melchor, Gaspar and Balthasar will be accompanied by a dozen of floats, as well as by five one pastoral and bands. In their stroll by main the avenues of the city, all the members of the Cavalcade will distribute between the hundreds of of malagueños that attend every year the thousand courtship more of a million and average of caramels. Like end of the acts, the main Administration of Post office and the Center of Telecommunications organize a shining festival, with performances of singers, ilusionists and other artists of the city. Later the tremendous entrance arrives from the Kings, applauded by all the reunited children there. Caramels are distributed and treats and give to toys and gifts. Every year, the category and the quality of the acts of the cavalcade malagueña increase. Malaga Dining and Entertainment Dining in Malaga Cosmopolitan and attractive, a meeting point for diverse cultures and nationalities, Malaga offers the visitor an great variety of cuisines which are an essential part of entertainment in Spain: from the most traditional and native to the most exquisite and innovative. If its strength is pescaito frito (small, whole fried fish), it is not weak when it comes to meat, rice dishes and even exotic dishes. As they say round here, there are places to give away, but being Malaga it could not be that simple. A culinary tour of the south coasts capital should start with taverns some of which are more than 100 years old and wines. All over Andalucía and also in other regions is the tradition of the Via Crucis: a procession route with penance stops in each of the churches along the way. We propose a very different type of procession. Start from one bar and then try stopping in all the others along your route. The penance is a (small!) glass of wine. This is not a British pub crawl, mind you; its a very Spanish social practice. Start in the Campana with a glass of moscatel (sweet wine), then on to the Antigua Casa del Guardia (Old Guard House) the oldest in the city and ask for a Pedro Ximenez. From there to the Quitapenas, and have another one. In Orellana you can have some tapas rice or grilled prawns would be the best choice. In the Inn a Barbadillo de Sanlúcar of Barrameda and in Ajo Blanco a glass of rosé to accompany the porra antequerana.You have to give your body something solid so that it can carry on. A Ribera del Duero in the Rebaná and a fruity wine from the Canaries in the Tapería Siglo XXI. And now a good siesta. Good food From the Paseo Maritimo Antonio Machado (seafront promenade) to the Avenida Pintor Sorolla you will find all types of restaurants, and rest assured that they are all first class. For fish and seafood Sal Gorda, in the Malagueta; for Basque cooking, the 7 de Julio. For pasta enthusiasts and those who love traditional Italian cuisine the Commendatore or Tommasino are good bets. A grill with tangos and lassoos at the Malena and mariachis and enchiladas in Nacho´s Tex-Mex. Ox chops and lamb chops in the Madre del Cordero and paellas and delicatessen in the Conde Ansurez. But if you want to go somewhere really original, where the decor, service and cooking deserve top marks, then head for Bodegón de Gurpegui, in the area of Cerrado de Calderón. Bandit Style It is best not to drive because the wine of the Montes is strong indeed, but the decision is yours. Whilst you are admiring the impressive scenery of the Montes de Malaga (surrounding hills), try the best of the best moscatel in the Venta Nueva, and the next place to visit is the Olivos, on a little detour off the main road and where you can try fried breadcrumbs with wine from the area. The winding road will take you to the Mirador, which is approaching heaven and one of the best places for lunch. The chef María has been using garlic, tomatoes and meat to make soups for over 50 years. The wine, whether you choose house or sweet, is from the Montes. If you prefer to go straight to a country inn, we suggest the Túnel, a perfect place to go with children and all the family. Pre-order one of their rice stews by telephone; these combine seafood and chicken paella that would raise the dead. Seafood and pescaíto (fried fish) Huelin is a seaside neighbourhood par excellence; here there are plenty of restaurants where you will probably eat the best seafood you have ever tasted although many people say the place for that is Madrid. One of the most traditional places is Mario-Eva, whose specialties are prawns and fried fish. For fried fish the place is Dos Erres, where they use pure olive oil and a little seasoning. Seafood and shellfish finas and mussels at Santa Paula are heavenly. And if you want to eat beside the sea, go to Pedregalejo and El Palo. At the Tintero try the boquerones vitorianos (fresh anchovies), at Casa Pedro, the salpicón de marisco (a mixed seafood dish) and at the Cobertizo red mullet and calamari, Malaga-style salad and a good moscatel to celebrate. Entertainment in Malaga Malaga has a lot to offer at night. There is plenty to do for the young as well as for the young at heart. Whether you go dancing, drinking or looking for a good time, you can be assured that each time will always be a new experience. Open-minded and Modern Spots The city has always been ahead of its time in terms of gay bars and discotheques, but the ambience is also a mix of ultra-modern heterosexuals, rich kids and gay people. Start off an entertaining night by having your first drink in the Calle de Bruselas, and the second and third in Flor de Lys. Don't miss out on meeting Carmen, the owner. After this, put on your dancing shoes and go to the craziest spot in the city, Varsovia, where you will dance to the rhythm of kitsch music like that of Camilo Sesto, Alaska and Rafaela Carrá. When you've had enough, its time for Torero-Torero. The last drinks of the night, or early morning, could be in Sodoma. The décor and music are the best. For salsa lovers Habana Café offers entertainment as well as dance classes. Don't think twice about taking to the dance floor. If you prefer funk, your night-spot is Dr. Funk, with its young and multi-racial ambience. Liceo, for real night owls, and Medievo are perfect spots for the more traditional. For the younger set there is Warner, and for those who like the most up-to-date alternative music the places to go are Jack Daniel´s and ZZ Pub. ZZ Pub has concerts on Thursday nights that are always packed out. If you like concerts, go to the Road House, generally frequented by a young twenties crowd. The owners, who play guitar and bass in the Malaga group Duty Free, often play here as well. For the over thirties Its never too late to learn to boogie. During the week at Basurte they teach salsa classes and they also serve wonderful cocktails. The clientele are mainly thirtysomethings who enjoy a good time, and include many journalists. Some fun places to go are Boom Bear, Bocacho (they've been around more than 15 years) and Saloma (for those with more refined tastes). If you like somewhere quieter, try Vip´s Copas or Donde. The latter is in the Pedregalejo district and has a fantastic open-air terrace. You might also enjoy Mercader and Pries 18. However, if you prefer sitting down to have a drink, and listening to great music, try Cantor de Jazz, probably one of the best the city has to offer in terms of atmosphere, music and service. Casa del Conde takes a while to warm up, but the atmosphere is always good and you can listen to good flamenco music in Onda Passadena. They also have shows during the week. Interesting drinks Irish bars have become really popular in the past few years throughout the city. Ever-lively are O´Neills and Morrisey´s. On Monday nights they have games and competitions. You can practise languages and generally just have fun. Last to open its doors is Wish You Were Here, a place with very original décor. The décor of Cheers is a replica of the famous American TV series, complete with a plaster of Paris rendition of Norm forever propped against the bar with a beer in his hand. For the best in ambience and music, try the Boulevard. And if you feel like a Cuban atmosphere, you can find it in Bodeguita del Medio, where they serve first-class mojitos with Cuban rum and cane sugar. Despite its name, they don't serve beer in the Botellita (little bottle), but the walls are covered in shelves filled with miniature bottles. Their drinks are reasonably priced, and you can be assured of not being taken for a ride here. Malaga a Personal Insight Malaga is well known as the Airport which links the UK to the Costa del Sol in Spain’s most southern coast, and principally Marbella its illustrious neighbour. However Malaga has much to commend itself to the visitor who, before traveling onwards should stop and investigate the delights of this wonderful cosmopolitan Spanish city. The town is full of museums and restaurants and beaches, many of which are unknown to the usual tourist and may even be off the beaten track! The Picasso museum is housed in an ancient Muslim palace so one can appreciate not only the contents but also the palace itself. Picasso was born in Malaga, a little known fact which not many people appreciate. Many of his early drawings and paintings are here for all to see on any day of the week. Move on to the Alcazaba, a Muslim fortress so well preserved it might even be in better condition than its better known neighbour in Granada the Alhambra. The fortress dates back to the 11th century and was the main defensive feature of southern Spain in those days. It will take you several hours to wander around every nook and cranny. By now it’s probably time for lunch and where better to relax than in a superb restaurant “La Casa del Angel” on madra de Dios. Here you can eat delicious and well prepared local dishes including a wonderful Paella or a breast of duck in a sweet sauce (magre de pato) .The Padrone keeps one of my favourite Riojas, Marquis de Riscal Gran Riserva, this must be decanted so order it first with your aperitivo; try the local annis with water, a little like pernod, so after all that culture this morning enjoy this “Pick me up”! Whilst you eat, enjoy the ambience surrounded by art including more of Picasso’s early drawings, what a treat you have in store. Time for a stroll on the beach or maybe a sleep! In 10 minutes you can be on Il Palo Beach (Playa) here you can relax swim or take some sun and later on the nearby waterfront there are many bars to enjoy. In the evening the centre of Malaga comes alive with live music and food venues. Try the Larios Café nestling between French style houses on calle Larios, blink and you might think you were in old Paris. Another alternative is the famous cuisine of La Hacienda a restaurant dating back to the early seventies, with its innovative menu including my favourite, Pintada con pasas al vino de Malaga. (Guinea fowl with raisins, in a Malaga wine sauce. Remember in Spain the locals do not come out to play until 10pm at the very earliest, some restaurants only open at 10.30 and stay open until 2 or 3 in the morning! This culture takes a bit of getting used to but it’s well worth it even if you are just passing through. Look up a night spot called “Weekend” on the Plaza de la Merced, the Plaza to be at this time of night or morning, and don’t expect to go to bed until 6 a.m. You only live once so enjoy! Malaga Christmas Fair 6th to 10th December About the same dates each year The famous annual Christmas Fair fills the Palacio de Ferias and Congresos in Avenida Jose Ortega and Gasset with a festive air, whilst raising money for good causes. The Fair has been held since 1972 and is full of types of stalls selling a variety of articles and products from gifts to food as well as bars, restaurants and entertainment suitable for all the family. City Hall also provides a fleet of busses to take people from the Alameda to the Palace and back. Open daily from 11.00 to 22.00. More information is available from the Palacio de Ferias y Congresos on 902 400 344, Fax 902 400 345. Málaga's coastline forms part of the Costa del Sol, a special part of the Mediterranean. The climate is temperate, and the mean temperature is 2200 C - from 16 to 19000 in winter. This is due to the mountains that protect the coast from cold north winds. Málaga was first a Phoenician colony and later came under the control of the Greeks, Carthaginians, Visigoths, Arabs and Christians. Today it is a maritime city rich in culture, some of whose remains are on view at the Archeological Museum. The friendly people and wonderful climate also encourage a stroll through the old walls and the remains of the Muslim palaces of the Alcazaba fortress; through its gardens next to the sea - they are adorned with palm and orange trees and jacaranda - and on to discover the house where Picasso was born, there on the wide, lively Plaza de la Merced. Or take in the view of the city from the top of the Gibralfaro Castle. Málaga is also the name of the province in Andalucia which includes not just the city of Málaga but much fine mountain and coastal scenery and towns like Marbella, Antequera, Mijas and Ronda. Outstanding in Málaga are the baroque Cathderal and the Arab fortress, with a double wall and three interior palaces. The Museum of Fine Arts houses a collection from the 19th century and works by Picasso. Larios Street is the main business artery of the city. From the top of the Gibralfaro castle there are views of the city and the port.
Coín New year's eve.
31st December
Coín
Málaga
A festival with fancy
dress and street parades in Coin, Malaga
Malaga
Fiesta de los Pandiales
28th
December
In the
hills above Malaga City, another wild and wonderful music party day for
the thousands who gather on the hills above Malaga, at La Venta de San
Cayetano in Puerto de la Torre, to enjoy the Fiesta de los Pandiales.
25th December
Antequera
Málaga
952708108
Declared to be of National
Tourist Interest in Andalucía. It starts with a peel of
bells followed by the traditional "Clash" of verdiales
folk groups at the entrance to the Hermitage.
Verdiales folk festival
28th December
Málaga
Venta San Cayetano. Puerto de la Torre.
From early in the morning
the colourful verdiales folk groups wearing bright clothes
with mirrors and ribbons on their hats...
Málaga Palacio de Ferias y Congresos de Málaga 952135000 http://www.palaciodeferiasycongres... 5th to 9th December 2008 Fair. Nuevo Futuro market. Spaces: Pavilion 2. Open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. At the Fair and Congress Palace of Málaga. Fair. Mime. 4th Children's fair of Málaga. Málaga Address: Palacio de Ferias y Congresos de Málaga Telephone: 952135000 24th, 25th, 31st December 2008 and 1st January 2009 Fair. Mime. 4th Children's fair of Málaga. Mime is a fair for children where there are different activities every day: Jumper, Rockodrom, inflatables, team games, workshops. Open from 11 a.m. to 9.30 p.m. At the Fair and Congress Palace of Málaga Children's Festival of Humour and Magic Málaga Sala Albéniz. 952135000 http://www.teatrocervantes.com 7th December 2008 JAJEJIJOJÚ Children's Festival of Humour and Magic. At the Sala Albéniz at 12 midday. Children's Festival of Humour and Magic 9th December 2007 Málaga Sala Albéniz. 952135000 http://www.teatrocervantes.com 9th December 2008 JAJEJIJOJÚ Children's festival of Humour and Magic. At the Sala Albéniz at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Children's Festival of Humour and Magic 8th December 2008 Málaga Sala Albéniz. 952135000 http://www.teatrocervantes.com 8th December 2008 JAJEJIJOJÚ Children's Festival of Humour and Magic. At the Sala Albéniz at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Malaga Christmas Fair 6th to 10th December Traditional Christmas Fair in Malaga in the Palacio de Ferias and Congresos in Avenida Jose Ortega and Gasset plenty of stalls selling a all sorts of articles and products from gifts to food. More information is available from the Palacio de Ferias y Congresos on 902 400 344, Fax 902 400 345.
Málaga
Varias Sedes
952134192
8th to 16th November
International Week of Fantastic Films
from Málaga University. The Cervantes
Theatre, the Alameda Theatre, the
Auditorium of the University and the
Rector's Hall are the stages where the
films will be shown and for the
activities that will take place
throughout the week of the Film
festival: films, round tables,
conferences and concerts.
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Teatro Romano de
Málaga – Malaga Roman Theatre
Calle Alcazabilla, s/n
29015 Málaga (Malaga)Tel. +34 686130978 Tel. +34 686130983 After being hidden underground for many centuries Malaga's Roman theatre lies at the foot of the Alcazaba fortress in the western part of the city. Discovered in 1951 it dates back to the first century and was built during the Empire of Augustus. It was used up until the third century. The Arabs used parts of the theatre for their own building purposes. They took capitals and column shafts for their own Alcazaba fortress as support for the horseshoe arches over the doorways. The theatre has a radius of 31 metres is 16 metres tall and has an orchestra of 15 metres. The area has three main stands and gateways that lead into the stands (vomitorium). Timetables: 1 April to 30 September, Wednesday-Saturday, 10am-2.30pm and 5-8pm. Sundays and public holidays, 10am-2pm. 1 October to 31 March, 10am-2pm and 4-7pm. Sundays and public holidays, 10am-2pm. Entry fee: Free admission. Services: Guided tour http://www.malagaturismo.com /home.jsp Annual festival calendar in Malaga capital, Costa del Sol, South of Spain JANUARY 1st of January, New Year 2nd of January (in case its a Monday) the following day of New Year 6th of January, Magic kings. FEBRUARY 28th of February, Day of Andalusia Carnivals, according to the calendar MARCH Carnivals, according to the calendar Easter week, according to the calendar APRIL Easter week, according to the calendar MAY 1st of May, Day of the worker JULY 16th of July, Festivities of the Virgen del Carmen. AUGUST Feria and fiestas of Malaga 15th of August, Assumption Day 19th of August, Incorporation into the Spanish crown - Malaga SEPTEMBER 8th of September, Our Lady of the Victoria OCTOBER 12th of October, National Spanish Day NOVEMBER 1st of November, All Saints DECEMBER 6th of December, Day of the Spanish Constitution 8th of December, Immaculate Conception 25th of December, Christmas Day Malaga Andalusia Tourist Office: Pasaje de Chinitas, 4 - 29015 Málaga (Malaga) Tel. +34 952213445 Fax +34 952229421 Tips On The City Of Malaga In Spain This Malaga city overview will help you plan your vacation. There is a lot to do in this city. Malaga is home to several museums allowing you to enjoy the history, art and culture of the area. The market area and the surrounding area is a great place for shopping, eating and enjoying the night life in the city. Become familiar with the attractions to help you create an itinerary for your vacation. Malaga is the second largest city in Andalucia. It is located on the Costa del Sol. Malaga city is the capital of the Malaga province. The region is well known for wine production, fresh seafood and beautiful weather. The Malaga airport is convenient to the city and offers discount flights from several airlines. Malaga City Overview: Museums The Picasso Museum honors this city’s most famous resident. Pablo Picasso was born in Malaga. The museum is dedicated to the life and works of the artist. The home where Picasso was born is located not far from the museum. The home has been preserved and is now the headquarters of the Picasso Foundation. There are two museums located on the site of the Alcazaba Castle. The Archaeological Museum contains a variety of Greek and Gothic artifacts. Also on the site is the Museo de la Ceramica. This museum is dedicated to pottery and has a variety of pottery from many historical periods. A first century Roman theater is also located on the grounds. The castle is built on the remains of an ancient Roman fortress. The castle was expanded in the fourteenth century. This is one of the oldest castles in Spain. You will get to experience the history of this city when you tour the castle. Malaga is home to a few other museums as well. The city museum is located in the old part of town. The Museum of Arts and Popular Traditions is an interesting place to visit. This museum contains art from local artists of different periods including modern art. Malaga City Overview: Attractions The Cathedral is one of the best known buildings in the city. The area where the cathedral stands was originally the site of a mosque. Construction on the cathedral started in 1528. Construction continued off and on over the next few centuries. It was stopped in 1783, when the money ran out. The south tower is still not finished. You will observe many different styles of architecture in this building. The market area is located just west of the Cathedral. Both are located in the old part of the town. You will know the market hall by the elaborate marble entrance. Here you will find the best the city has to offer for sale. There are fresh fish, seafood, fresh flowers and vegetables for sale. In the area surrounding the market, there are a variety of restaurants. Fresh seafood is always on the menu. This area is also home to several bars. If you are looking to enjoy some night life during your visit, this is where you will find it. The harbor area is another popular spot in Malaga. There is a great view of the water when walking along this area. There is also a nice park near the harbor area to relax and enjoy the beautiful weather in this area. A bullfighting arena is located in this part of the city and is another popular tourist attraction Festival Celebrations 19th November 2006 Municipality: Estepona Province: Málaga Festival. 2nd International Christmas of the People Festival. Telephone: 952801100 Festival Celebrations 25th November 2006 Municipality: Atajate Province: Málaga Must Festival. On the 25th November this village celebrates its Must wine festival. It is an ancient tradition and all who come to this lovely village in the Serranía de Ronda can try the different varieties of local young wine, and enjoy the open air dance where you can also buy some of the new wine. Telephone: 952183504 Fundación Pablo Ruiz Picasso website The Picasso Foundation - Native Home Museum is a public foundation that depends on the Malaga City Council and established on the 26th February 1988, under a decision of the City Council. Its head office was chosen as the very building where Pablo Ruiz Picasso was born on the 25th of October 1881, which is considered as a Historical-Artistic protected Monument since 1983. The building is part of the Spanish Museum System since 1991. In August 1997, the whole building went through exhaustive renovations and the Foundation then took possession of all of it. The inauguration, presided by Their Majesties the King and Queen of Spain, took place on the 22nd of June 1998. The Foundation is situated in Plaza de la Merced, in the very historic center of the city, near monuments such as the Alcazaba (Arabic castle), the Roman Theatre, the cathedral and a few minutes away from the Cervantes Theatre. The building of the Picasso Natal House was built in 1861 by the architect Diego Clavero, and completed by Rafael Moreno and Gerónimo Cuervo, on unused ground left after the splitting up of the convent of Santa María de la Paz. The building is part of an urban structure known as Casas de Campos, in memory of its promoter, Antonio Campos Garín, marquee of Iznate. The house was rented by José Ruiz Blasco, father of the artist, from 1880 to 1884, date in which they move from the nº36 (nowadays, nº15) to the third floor of nº32 on the same square. In 1891 the father obtains a job as a drawing professor in La Coruña, and consequently, the family moves to this city. In the name of the team of Picasso Foundation, I would now like to welcome you and hope that the content of these pages shall be an incentive to come and visit the Picasso Native Home so that you can enjoy the various services we offer. COLLECTION OF WORKS OF ART OF THE PABLO RUIZ PICASSO FOUNDATION Since 1988 until the present day the Pablo Ruiz Picasso Foundation - Birth Place Museum has collected 3500 works of art from 200 different artists. To locate the origins of this collection one must look at the history of the Foundation during these 12 years. The fact that it is located in the Birth Place of Pablo Picasso has meant that people who are intimately linked to the artist show sympathy to the institution through artisitic donations: such is the case of Marina Picasso, the granddaughter of the painter who in 1989 donated a file of original engravings of Picasso "Sueño y mentira de Franco" (aguafuerte and aguatinta, 1937) where biting irony and criticism are joined in an iconografia which betokes the emblematic Guernica. On the same theme, one of the donations which is without doubt one of the key pieces of the collection, is that from Christine Picasso, daughter -in-law of the artist, who in October 1992 brought 10 books with original graphics. This is an artistic book collection which illustrates the perfection and masterwork of Picasso in the different techniques of engraving and his approaching of the literary world. The history of Picasso's graphic works is widened by some other acquisitions which are on show to the public to give a general view of the different eras, styles and techniques of the artist of Malaga: "Las tres bañistas II", aguafuerte, made in 1922-23, and an example of a classic iconography, "Bañistas en bañador con el tiempo nublado", 1933, full of surrealist figures, "Escultor y su modelo ante un grupo escultórico representando a un centauro abrazando a una mujer", aguafuerte, 1933, mythological references and belonging to the Suite Vollard and "Picador entrando en la arena", linograbado, 1959, in which a moment of bullfighting is captured. The Picassian ceramic collection is interesting, comprising of 9 pieces displaying the preferred themes of the artist in his final years: the bull, the bull stabber, schematic faces, a jug of zoomorphic inspiration... Thus the Foundation possesses some pieces of sentimental character related to the biography of the artist, donated by the sons of his sister, the Vilató family. Alongside the works of Pablo Picasso, The Foundation displays other interesting collections, one of which being by Frank Rebaxes, peculiar personage, philosopher, inventor, creator of kinetic sculptures, whose collection was donated to the Pablo Ruiz Picasso Foundation in 1988. Another donation worth bearing in mind are the drawings of Luis Molledo's legacy. In October 1996 the collection of the hungarian photographer Juan Gyenes was acquired, who visited Picasso in 1953, 1957 and 1961. The documental testimony of this collection is emotive as it offers us images of the painter in his daily life, his work, his workshop, his family... Quantitatively and qualititavely,the most complete collection of the Foundation is that of graphic works which excluding the works of Picasso amounts to 2502 engravings. The names of the Equipo Crónica, Pablo Palazuelo, Mompó, Eduardo Arroyo, Canogar, Manuel Rivera, Arman, Alfonso Albacete, Manuel Quejido or Marc Chagall, make up a collection of 2443 works acquired in 1998. The graphic works offer a complete panorama of contemporary aesthetics. They include names such as Miró, Christo, Francis Bacon, Joan Brossa, Max Ernst. Tápies, Chillida, Perejaume, Jaume Plensa, Dokoupil, Guayasamín, Guinovart, Wifredo Lam, Matta, Henry Moore… The Pablo Ruiz Picasso Foundation is very proud of its collection from artists of Malaga. Representatives of the 50s generation are: Manuel Barbadillo, Enrique Brinkmann, Eugenio Chicano, Jorge Lindell, Francisco Peinado and Dámaso Ruano. Other names with works in the collection are: Carlos Durán, Joaquín de Molina, Diego Santos and Joaquín Gallego along with the winners of the many grants Beca Pablo Ruiz Picasso a las Artes Plásticas, Rafael Alvarado, Andrés Repiso, Rogelio López Cuenca, Joaquín Ivars, Jesús Marín Clavijo, Bola Barrionuevo, Chema Lumbreras, Lope Martínez Alario and Jorge Dragón. Last but not least, one cannot forget the sculpture collection with 21 pieces from authors such as Antonio Yesa, Stefan, Alfredo Alcaín, Pablo Serrano, Frechilla and José Luis Sánchez, amongst others. Fundación Pablo Ruiz Picasso Plaza de la Merced, 15, Málaga , Málaga , Andalusia 29012, Spain Tel +34 952 06 02 15
Antiguo Conservatorio María Cristina
Municipality:
Málaga
Province:
Málaga
Address:
Sq. De San Francisco
Ciudad de Marbella Teatro Cine Alameda
Teatro Torcal
Municipality:
Antequera
Province:
Málaga
Address:
Cantareros, 8
Telephone:
952700135
Festival in honour of our
lady of the immaculate conception. Festival. day of the young girls or 8th December 2006 Municipality: Tolox Province: Málaga Telephone: 952487097 Url: http://www.malagaturismo.com The young men of the village ring bells and blow shells. This tradition dates back to Moorish times. History tells that after the Reconquest a small group of Moors stayed in the village and rebelled against the Christians. The Christians asked the neighbouring vilage for help and they came ringing bells and blowing shells, making such a racket that the Moors fled. Festival 17th December 2006 Municipality: Torrox Province: Málaga Telephone: 952538200 Url: http://www.malagaturismo.com Festival declared to be of National Tourist Interest in Andalucía. This festival dedicated to the local dish of "migas" attracts more people than any other in the district. Around 40 thousand visitors come to eat this delicious dish every year. Early in the morning, a team of cooks prepare the "migas" and serve them after the start has been announced by blowing a shell - the "migas" and salad are served from different points of the village, liberally washed down with wine from the barrels that have previously been selected in a competition for local produce. The festival is completed with live music and dancing for everybody, stalls in the streets offer wine, honey, raisins, figs, doughnuts or traditional "arropía". Malaga is the capital city of the Costa del Sol and its international airport provides the gateway to all of the other Andalusian towns. Malaga airport is one of the largest in Spain and in a typical year can welcome up to 10 million visitors. Malaga also serves as a major port and an industrial centre for Southern Spain. Entrance to and exit from Malaga is made easy by the N340 highway and the coastal rail service. There is a wonderful Three Kings Festival in Malaga each year at the beginning of January, so if you're visiting during this time don't forget to take the kids along. Malaga is a city steeped in more than 3,000 years of history. Excavations have discovered evidence of the Carthaginians, the Romans and the Moors. As a result, there is a large selection of historical monuments in this city. Malaga’s cathedral is known as La Manquita, meaning “the little one armed lady”. Due to the length of time, which it took to build the cathedral, it denotes Renaissance, Baroque and Neo-classical styles. Close to Malaga cathedral is the Alcazaba, which is a fifteenth century Moorish fort and is one of the most important in the area. The roof of the Alcazabar offers panoramic views of Malaga city and the port. Further on from the Alcazabar is Malaga’s Castle, which stands on Monte de Gibralfaro. At the foot of the hill, Malaga’s ayuntamiento (town hall) is located, next to the city’s museum in the Palacio de la Aduana. In fact, Malaga has so much to offer as a result of its history, that the best way to see it is by open top bus and there are many in the city. Malaga is also well worth a visit during one of its many festivals. The Fiestas here are numerous and each one is celebrated with the vigour that is synonymous with Andalucia. The main Fiesta is the Feria, which takes place in the middle of August. A great way to see Spain is by traveling by train from Malaga to Barcelona. This trip takes you all through the interior of Spain. Once you arrive in Barcelona, don't forget to visit the Parc Guell. It is a perfect example of the art of Gaudi. Getting a hotel in Barcelona isn't difficult. Many hotels are in the city center and quite a few are also located near the airport. Public transport is very well organized in the city with trains, underground and busses crisscrossing the whole area. Semana Santa in Málaga When:Apr 2008 (annual)Where:Málaga Cost:Free Cofradía de la HumiliaciónSemana Santa is one of Southern Spain's most famous religious celebrations and has become a major part of the booming tourism industry in the region. Every year, the different stages of the Via Crucis, or Way of the Cross, are commemorated in every Andalusian town and city with ornate processions that have a long and rich tradition. In Malaga, a series of richly decorated processions takes place from Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday. Each paso or procession is led by an hermandad or brotherhood, each of which has its own history and traditions. La Hermandad del Cristo de la Veracruz and La Archicofradia del Cristo de la Sangre are among Málaga's oldest, dating back to the 15th and early 16th centuries respectively. Some of Málaga's most distinctive processions take place on Palm Sunday. The children's Pollinica procession on this day is the first paso taken to the streets every year and the spectacular Cofradia del Cristo de la Esperanza en su Gran Amor, which pilgrims must carry on their knees according to tradition, gives visitors a taste of the unique character of Málaga's celebrations. The 20th century is referred to as the "golden revival" of Málaga's processions. Following the 19th century decline in religious traditions due to the Napoleonic wars, which led to the disappearance of many cofradías, the 20th century witnessed the revival of the city's Easter traditions.
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