There are plenty of reasons for going to Malaga when in Spain, but maybe some of the more apparent ones that will remain in your memory are listed below:

Malaga's Geographical Location

Malaga is situated perfectly as the gateway that heads into the Costa del Sol (the Sunshine Coast). Its location is one of the best spots for excursions, as a visit to the celebrated cities of Seville, Cordoba and Granada can easily be made from here. Malaga truly gives you the benefit of a very sophisticated culture and a pleasant modern world, all while just sitting back and relaxing at the fine beaches out there. So it isn't really important whether you fall into the category of people who party hard, or prefer a book for company or even opt for sporting activities. In Malaga, you will feel completely at home!

The Malagan People

The people of Malaga (the malagueños) are ever-smiling, accomodating and very friendly. The malagueños, are also good at partying hard. They hardly consider themselves as sad, and there’s no reason why you should treat them as such. Malagueños totally enjoy the food they eat, and it's very rare not to find them meeting up at pubs, restaurants and bars, where they truly relish their enjoyment... at their best cracking hilarious jokes and telling their stories.

The Weather

Sun in Malaga shines for around 320 days a year, so just relaxing and being at your most relaxed on the seafront out there is what you would ideally feel like doing! Malaga's warm climate is principally due to its geographic situation: while is mountains protect Malaga from extreme cold, the Med provides a cooling breeze during the hot periods of July, August and September. Malaga's average temperature is around 22 degreess celsius, so it also really doesn’t matter which time of the year you visit Malaga – it’s always a treat!

Gastronomy

Malaga has a rich food culture. With a variety of food such as sea food, dessert wine, gazpacho, etc. at its disposal, you can actually call Malaga a haven for food lovers. There are a variety of cafes, bars, and eateries, which you can visit to sample the quality of their fare. Be sure that you taste the pescaito frito (a malagueño recipe of fried sardines). Another must visit would be to a bodega (a wine cellar), where wine is served directly from the barrel, rather than from the bottle.

Museums

Malaga is well known as the "City of museums" as it has more than 20 of some note, many of which are located in the same area. The modern and religious art housed in these museums is a veritable treat for your eyes. Malaga was also the birthplace of Pablo Picasso and so a lot of his works are on display in the city. The most notable museum for Picasso is the Picasso Museum.

Malaga has a rich and varied culture. In its history of 3000 years it has been conquered by various cultures, and the blend of these has made a unique and a distinct mark on Malaga. In addition to this, there is always some event taking place. With a number of fiestas and exhibitions, theatrical events and concerts as well as music and dance, Malaga has created an identity of its own. Witnessing the festive seasons such as Semana Santa, the Feria de Agosto or the Fiesta Mayor are a definite must!