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The Castle of Gibralfaro is situated on the homonymous mountain of Gibralfaro and together with the Alcazaba forms a monumental complex symbol of Malaga.
Attractions. Fortress & Castles. Historical Sites. The magnificent Castillo de Gibralfaro sits on a high hill overlooking Malaga city and port, and dates back to the 10th century. The image of Gibralfaro is well known: you can see it in both Malaga city and province's seal and flag.
Visit. The Gibralfaro fortress dominates the whole city, and is situated on the crest of a long rise located 132 m above sea level, whose steep slopes descend toward the sea and toward the city. From time immemorial this fortress was the great watchtower used not only to observe the population settled at its feet to the west, but also the ...
It is a 130 m high foothill of the Montes de Málaga, part of the Cordillera Penibética. [1] At the top of the hill stands the Castle of Gibralfaro overlooking Málaga city and the Mediterranean Sea, and connected by a walled corridor to the Alcazaba of Málaga .
- 130 m (430 ft)
- Limestone
- From Málaga
- Montes de Málaga
Read our transparency report to learn more. This castle with two lines of walls and eight towers sits on a high hill overlooking Malaga city and port. It was built between the 10th and 14th centuries to protect the Alcazaba. You can walk on its walls and have spectacular views of the city.
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Camino de Gibralfaro, 11, 29016. (+34) 952 227 230. Go to website. sescalona@malaga.eu. Gibralfaro Castle was erected in the 14th century to guard the Alcazaba and its troops. Today it is one of Malaga's main attractions and from its walls you can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the city.
Alcazaba y Castillo de Gibralfaro de Málaga. Conozca y Visite. Alcazaba y Castillo de Gibralfaro. Ir al contenido principal de la página (alt + s)
