This castle
was built to house troops and protect the Alcazaba ,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. ,From its walls, you can enjoy ,
breathtaking views: during clear days you can see the whole bay, the Strait of Gibraltar and even some Rif mountains in Africa.
Info & Location
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.