Port of Málaga, Port in central Málaga, Spain
The Port of Málaga covers approximately 0.44 square miles (1.15 square kilometers) and serves as a major hub for cruise ships, cargo handling, and recreational vessels along the Mediterranean coast.
Founded by Phoenician traders around 1000 BC, the port has operated continuously for over three millennia, serving as a vital export point for minerals, olive oil, and wine during Roman rule.
During the medieval Islamic period, the port became the primary trading center for Granada, exporting figs and wine, while today it welcomes approximately 700,000 cruise passengers annually.
Modern terminals handle cruise ship embarkations at the East Quay and Muelle de Levante, with passenger services including nearby parking, transport connections, and boat trips departing from Muelle Dos.
Roman storage vats for garum, a fish relish exported in large quantities during ancient times, remain visible today at the University offices located on Paseo del Parque.
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