Photographs I love …. and why! [3]

Posted on April 10, 2011 by Marianne under Photographs I love

This is just one of a series of photos I have taken, and will share with you over time, capturing the essence of living east of Málaga. Each one, in it’s own unique way, reminds me of why I love living in southern Spain, and in particular the Axarquía.

Here you can see Calle Marqués de Larios, in the heart of the city of Málaga. This elegant pedestrianised shopping street is shielded from the glare of the summer sun, by canopies hung across the street. It is a welcome relief during July and August to be able to stroll around in the shade.

The pale blue building on the right houses the Cafetería Lepanto, which serves up a whole host of delicious pasteles (pastries and cakes), ice creams, sweets, chocolates, coffees, teas and other drinks to manicured Malagueños.

It’s always a favourite place of mine to stop off for a treat!

What’s your favourite photograph, and why? Do you know of another great coffee shop in Málaga?

Photographs I love …. and why! [2]

Posted on February 13, 2011 by Marianne under Axarquía, Photographs I love

This photograph shows the coastline of the Axarquía, as it drops into the Mediterranean Sea. The view, looking west from Cerro Gordo towards Maro and Nerja, is the one that I have chosen to incorporate into the heading of this blog. I captured the moment on a particularly beautiful summer’s day, after having had lunch on the terrace of a local restaurant.

What’s your favourite photograph, and why?

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Photographs I love …. and why! [1]

Posted on December 27, 2010 by Marianne under Photographs I love

This photograph was taken during Spring-time from my house in the countryside, looking down the valley towards the Mediterranean Sea. Of course, the water isn’t visible as there is a thick sea mist rolling in.

On days when the mist rolls in, there is a constantly changing scene. Sometimes the white-washed fincas on the opposite side of the valley can be clearly seen. Other times the cloud completely surrounds the valley below our villa and obliterates our view of everything.

This is a magical time. It’s as if we are the only people on Earth and the house becomes “our castle in the clouds!”