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First Century Roman theater is today an arts venue. Both Visigoths and Moors left their marks, with Moorish architecture remaining distinctive and iconic.
In the city ' s heart is the Alcazaba, a Moorish palace complex dating from the 11th century. Ancient Málaga ' s layout, of walls, gates, and streets, is in the style of a medina, or kasbah. The Puerta de Atarazanas( Gate) now serves as entrance to the Alfonso XII market, a wondrous assemblage of fresh food purveyors-of meat, fish, vegetables, fruit, spices, olive oils, and wine-not to be missed. [ See photo.] Málagan wines enjoy global acclaim, with the sweet lágrima and muscatel most popular.
Málaga ' s Catholic era began in 1487, when Moorish rulers were conquered. By 1528, work had commenced on the magnificent cathedral,“ La Manquita”( the one-armed lady, owing to its sole tower). Here, and in several notable Málagan churches, the visitor sees the power and splendor of Catholic Spain. Today, Málaga ' s Santa Semana( Holy Week) celebration is among Spain ' s most lavish.
But the past is not dominant: Málaga is a living entity, replete with tapas and wine bars, and a vibrant nightlife. Since Northern Africa is only 130 miles to the south, local cuisine combines succulent seafood with the spices of both European and African cultures.
Native son, Pablo Picasso, is widely venerated.
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