Costa del Sol
About Costa del Sol
About Costa del Sol
Costa del Sol is the most densely populated coast of Spain. Its coastline is 150 km long. Many tourist facilities make it the most popular tourist destination in Spain.
The mild climate and calm waters of the Mediterranean are the main reasons why the Costa del Sol is full of tourists year-round.It is interesting that there are more scooters than anywhere else in Europe.
Among the most popular tourist places are Torremolinos, Benalmadena, Feungirola and Marbella. They have marvelous sand, gravel and concrete beaches and vacantion promenade along the sea, which local inhabitants callthe Paseo Maritimo.
Night life is highly developed, with countless clubs, pubs, restaurants, and casinos.Tourists have at their disposal many other facilities such as Water Park, zoo and amusement parks.
History
This part of the Spain was first settled by the Phoenicians.Later, the Costa del Sol fell under the rule of Rome, and Moors. Each of these cultures has left their marks, which primarily can be seen in the architecture.
Although in terms of cultural and architectural attractions Costa del Sol is often in the shadow of nearby Seville. However, Costa del Sol andMalaga have some of greatest examples of old architecture - from the Romanamphitheater from the 1stcentury BC, through the Moorish fortress and the baroque cathedral.
Transport
This part of Spanish coast has been intensively developed for decades, and more over its infrastructure is well planned.Along the coast is the highwayAutopista del Sol, which is a relationship with attractive cities such as Seville, Granada and Cordoba.
Besides the Autopista del Sol, there isan old coastal road N340, which is considerably slower, but if you take this road you will certainly enjoy in beautiful scenery.Airportis located 10 minutes drive from Malaga, which is the biggest town on the coast.
New Attractions
In recent years, tourists have been increasingly attracted tothe picturesque villages in the areasthat are ten kilometers from the sea. However, in spite of the increasing influx of tourists, the region has managed to retain its archaic charm.
Passengers with a little more adventurous spirit will go deeper in land and discover the untouched villages of old Andalusia, dominated by olive groves.
Orientation
Malaga(with 500,000 inhabitants) is located in the center of the Costa del Sol. The coast is divided into western and eastern, right and left from Malaga.
The west coast of Malaga is developed, with huge tourist complexes, while the east coast is calmer and less familiar.
Costa del Sol
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