Gibralfaro, Historic hilltop in Málaga, Spain
Mount Gibralfaro rises 130 meters above sea level, offering views of Málaga city center, the Mediterranean Sea, and the distant mountains.
The Phoenicians established the first settlement on this hill in 770 BC, followed by Romans and later fortified by Caliph Abd-al-Rahman III in 929 CE.
The name Gibralfaro combines the Arabic word Jabal, meaning mountain, with the Greek word for lighthouse, reflecting the multilingual heritage of the region.
Visitors can reach the summit through multiple routes, including a cobblestone path from the Alcazaba or steps starting at Plaza del General Torrijos.
The 1487 siege of Gibralfaro marked the first military conflict where both opposing forces used gunpowder in battle on the Iberian Peninsula.
GPS coordinates: 36.72356,-4.41078
Latest update: March 9, 2025 15:03
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