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Gibralfaro castle

Camino de Gibralfaro, 11 29016 Málaga.
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This castle was built to house troops and protect the Alcazaba&nbsp,and was named after a lighthouse at its peak (Jabal-Faruk, the light mountain). Although it was used by the Phoenicians and Romans, in 1340 the Nasrid King Yusuf I turned the site into a fortress.&nbsp,From its walls, you can enjoy&nbsp,breathtaking views: during clear days you can see the whole bay, the Strait of Gibraltar and even some Rif mountains in Africa.

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City/Province: Malaga

Type of Experience: Islamic heritage

Address: Camino de Gibralfaro, 11 29016 Málaga.

Opening hours: Sumer: 09:00h - 20:00h. / Winter: 09:00h - 18:00h.

Price: General ticket: € 2,20. Combined with Alcazaba: € 3,55.

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