The world-renowned Spanish artist, Pablo Picasso, was born in M\u00e1laga on October 25, 1881, and the Picasso Museum (Museo Picasso M\u00e1laga) was established exclusively to exhibit his art. His style and technique revolutionized the modern art movement, and this museum dedicated to Picasso’s work can be found in one of the city’s major squares, El Palacio de Buenavista. Located in the historical heart of the city, the building itself shows elements of Renaissance and North African Islamic design, and is a fine example of 16th<\/sup>-century Andalusian architecture. Lose yourself in the bold colors of Picasso’s though-provoking pieces, and get a glimpse into the imagination of a genius.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One of the two ancient Moorish castles in M\u00e1laga, it was built between 756 and 770 on the orders of Abd-al-Rahman I, the first Emir of Cordoba. Given its commanding views over the city, the sea and even out to Africa, the purpose of this fortification was to defend M\u00e1laga from any potential attacks from pirates. The Sultan of Granada, Badis Al-Ziri, had the castle rebuilt between 1057 and 1063, and by the arrival of the 14th<\/sup> century, the Nasrid ruler Yusuf I had double fortified the walls connecting the Alcazaba to the nearby Castillo de Gibralfaro. While the Alc\u00e1zar of Seville and Alhambra of Granada may be younger and more famous than the neighboring Alcazaba, as you wander around the castle, you’ll feel as if you’ve stepped back in time. Exploring the Alcazaba, you’ll find it littered with little traces left by the cultures which have used it over the centuries. Don’t forget to take your camera and capture the outstanding views from this ancient fortification.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAlcazaba<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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