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Malaga in Spain is within day-trip reach of several world-famous travel destinations.
Top 5
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destinations near Malaga
Granada
The Moorish palace-fortress Alhambra resides in Granada. The Alhambra is one of the world's top 100 travel wonders.
Seville
Although Seville is about 200 kilometers (120 miles) from Malaga, its Alcazar palace and its Cathedral & Giralda Tower make the trip worthwhile.
Rock of Gibraltar
Take a cable car to the top for panoramic views (Africa is sometimes visible). Explore caves and military tunnels. See Barbary apes.
Costa del Sol seaside resort towns
Marbella, Puerto Canus, and Torremolinos have the most tourism appeal.
Ronda
The historic Ronda bullring and the deep ravine that splits the town are Ronda's top two tourist draws.
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