Well, I had no intention of visiting Spain this year but was pleasantly surprised when I was asked to speak at the Europe Famous Hostels meeting held in Seville, Spain. I just returned back from a wonderful trip through the Andalusia region having spent time in both Malaga and Seville.
So, I figured what better way to show you the beauty of the region than with a photo montage of just some of the shots taken during my week in Sevilla and Malaga, Spain.
There is no easier way to tell you about the beauty behind the history of Sevilla rather than to show you. This shot was taken in the midst of the old town and right outside the Real Alcazar de Sevilla. Alfonso XIII was once the King of Spain and gained the reign after his father Alfonso XII had passed.
Aimlessly roaming the streets of Malaga without a map I was able to cross paths with some incredible architectural buildings including this serene fountain in the centre of one of their busiest streets. After a little research I came to quickly learn that this fountain is called the “Three Graces” and is one of the most famous fountains across the city.
Oh the famous ‘waffle’ of Sevilla, at least that’s what I had been calling it until my arrival. This wooden structure can be seen from miles above – of course it can, it is in fact the largest wooden structure in the world. The real name of this masterpiece is the Metropol Parasol. Though it seems there is not much history behind why it was built, one thing is for sure – it causes a lot of conversation and commotion leading to some of the most incredible photos you’ll ever see.
Points for whoever can tell me exactly what this man was doing. I didn’t stand there long enough to determine whether or not it made noise, but what from I could hear… not a peep. This photo was shot right out front of the Alcazaba of Malaga, the infamous landmark you should know of when speaking about Malaga and an incredible hilltop castle with a magnificent view.
Well… after a 5 hour walk around the city and finally arriving at our end destination of the Plaza de Espana, I am happy to note that it was well worth the exploration. Tough a number one landmark on TripAdvisor, don’t let this scare you away from exploring this place. A photographers paradise and the perfect ‘people watching’ spot.
How can you visit Malaga Beach and not take a photo of this sculpted sign along the waters edge? If you’re looking for the picture perfect spot, there is no doubt that you should be headed straight for the beach. The panoramic view of the city facing away from the water is spectacular.
I’m not one for graffiti, but when passing by the Sevilla Plaza de Armas Bus Station this is quite the sight to see. If I had more space in this blog post I would include a lengthy photo essay of all the other shots I took, but I’ll save you the time and share with you one of my favourites!
Though this is no where in particular…. and quite possibly someones personal residence which I so obnoxiously entered, I couldn’t help but snap a few photos before leaving. There are so many gated entrances and beautiful gardens hidden between houses that you’d definitely miss if you weren’t paying attention. Sevilla is the perfect place to explore the town without a map and find all the hidden gems.
The mix between urban and historic across Andalusia is incredible. This photo was taken along the boardwalk across from the Malaga Pier and is lined with palm trees and other gorgeous flora for miles down the road.
There’s no perfect way to end a blog unless it’s a shot of the sunset. Almost every night, I was blessed with some of the most beautiful sunsets I have ever seen (mind you, nothings beat Krabi, Thailand for me yet!)
If you want a better idea of why I loved Spain, check out this short video clip:
Where to Stay
Well, it’s absolutely a no brainer as to where I stayed for the week – and I absolutely LOVED IT. If you’re exploring the Andalusia region, you should be checking out the Oasis Hostels located in Lisbon, Granada, Seville, Malaga and Toledo.
Though I can’t vouch for those located in Lisbon, Granada and Toledo, I can tell you that the EFH hostels in Malaga and Seville were beautifully charming and much more than you would expect to get out of ‘just a hostel’.
Oasis Malaga
Calle San Telmo, 14
29008 Malaga, Spain
(+34) 952 005 116
malaga@hosteloasis.com
Oasis Palace Seville
Calle Almirante Ulloa 1
41001 Seville, Spain
(+34) 955 262 969
palace@hosteloasis.com
Looking for other EFH hostels that aren’t located here? How about the Circus Berlin Hostel?!
Check out my post here: The World’s Most Legendary Hostel Museum
*** DISCLOSURE: This was not a sponsored post, I was invited as a guest to come and participate in the Europe Famous Hostels corporate meeting to present about the benefit of hiring travel bloggers. In no way was I required to write or promote EFH, but I am proud to be able to share my experiences.
