Like everywhere also in Andalusia all kinds of interesting things happen every day, such as fiestas and festivals, culinary gatherings, processions, special exhibitions, but there's also news on the housing market or changed regulations. To make it easy for you, we bundle some interesting articles in this section so that you have everything at a glance.

 

Kerstverlichting in het winkelgebied van Málaga

Gianni Versace's flamboyant style is now on display in Málaga! The Centro Cultural Fundación Unicaja is home to the impressive Gianni Versace Retrospective exhibition, which brings together 120 looks and some 400 original pieces. From designs for superstars like Elton John, Prince and Kate Moss to the revolutionary metallic mesh dresses and baroque prints that defined 90s fashion.

The exhibition takes you into Versace's world: a journey through opulent baroque, minimalism, punk and the supermodel revolution. You will discover how his extravagant style introduced a new kind of luxury, worn by the nouveau riche and icons like Lady Di. The influence of his Italian roots is evident, from classical Greek influences to the iconic Marilyn Monroe dress inspired by Warhol.

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La Vinuela reservoir at low water levelJournalist: Eugenio Cabeza 

After the many autumn and winter rains, there is a more hopeful outlook for the La Viñuela reservoir than a year ago. Although Lake Viñuela is still only at 21.7% of its capacity, this is already a significant improvement on last year. The provincial authority, the Diputación de Málaga, is confident that this will improve further in the coming months and has therefore decided to invest €1.06 million in renovating and improving the recreational area around the reservoir.  

A new look for La Viñuela reservoir

The project is part of a wider environmental and recreational plan, which means new picnic tables, benches and lampposts will be installed, green areas will be extended, parking areas will be redeveloped and the playground and dog park will be improved. The investment aims to make the area more attractive to both local residents and tourists, and to preserve and enhance the natural beauty of the area as the reservoir has aged significantly over time.  

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A calendar showing the activities in the Axarquía first half 2025

In a new year, of course you would like to know again when the important days off and events are in Andalusia. Here is an initial outline for the coming months.

With sunny winter weather in Andalusia, we are slowly counting down to Christmas and the start of 2025. A year that we hope will be better for the world, with peace for all and, above all, good health for you and your loved ones.
We therefore wish you all the best for the new year and thank you for your interest in the sunny south of Spain and especially Second Home Andalusia.
Graphic of a Christmas tree FELICES FIESTAS with bulbs with images of the team

Kerstverlichting in het winkelgebied van Málaga

Preparations for the Christmas festivities are in full swing here in Andalusia. Many of the decorations in cities and towns are already in place, including in the historic centre of Málaga. And the fact that work to install the lights is already almost complete can only mean that the opening day for the lighting of all the lights is near. Every year, thousands of people come to Málaga to enjoy the Christmas lights and the special atmosphere it brings with it, together with their families.

There are also more and more activities in the old part of the city, from shows to festivals, concerts, zambombas or the famous stalls in the Paseo del Parque. A good reason to plan a visit in December or January as it really is a pleasure to walk through the city in the evening.

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