Málaga, the vibrant coastal city on Spain’s renowned Costa del Sol, is well-known for its sun-drenched beaches, lively cultural scene (particularly the annual nine-day August festival, Feria de Malaga), and for being the birthplace of iconic artist Pablo Picasso. For decades now, Picasso’s legacy has been the primary draw for art lovers visiting this city. The Museo Picasso Málaga is considered the heart of Málaga’s art scene, housing over 280 works by the city’s beloved son—while not the biggest collection, it is perhaps the most personal. The museum was established to honor Picasso’s wish for his work to be displayed in his hometown, with the lion’s share of works on permanent display having been donated by his family members. The Museo Casa Natal, the home where the artist was born, is generally another must-see on the Málaga visitors’ itinerary, as it offers a more intimate look into the famed artist’s life with not only his work on display but his father José Ruiz y Blasco’s, as well.

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Yet it would be wrong to think Málaga has little to offer art lovers aside from a journey through Picasso’s life. In recent decades, Málaga has undergone a profound cultural transformation, with over 100 million euros invested into the arts. It is now home to several influential museums and galleries, including the Centre Pompidou’s first branch outside of France. Today, Málaga’s art scene is vibrant, ever-changing and perhaps the most active in........

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