400 figures and seven biblical scenes: this is the nativity scene of the Málaga City Council

The municipal nativity scene of the Málaga City Hall aims, once again, to become one of the main attractions of Christmas in the city. With about 400 figures and seven biblical scenes, the nativity was inaugurated this Friday in the courtyard of the City Hall.

The nativity occupies an area of 150 square meters and features a classic aesthetic. Most of its figures come from the Christian Art collection of Olot, one of the most prestigious nativity figure workshops in Spain. The display can be visited for free until January 6th.

One of the unique aspects of this nativity is that it is full of references to Málaga. It presents the various biblical scenes in chronological order, although the territory on which it is displayed is constructed with a new vision each year. The main figures are 30 centimeters in size, and among other novelties this year, an elderly woman, a gaunt character, and a couple, as well as various animals, have been added.

This time, the representation starts with a large seascape in a humble neighborhood by the sea, featuring a fish skewer seller in a beach bar, fishmongers, and a carpenter fixing a jábega boat. The Alcazaba tops this bay where the Annunciation to Mary is depicted.

The journey continues through a Roman colony with its fortress, representative of imperial power, to reach the city of Bethlehem, bustling with the Passover festival, filled with market stalls, activities, visitors, and trades, among which a biznaguero, another nod to Málaga, stands out, and the Holy Family that finds no lodging.

The classic scenes of shepherds with their flocks, water mills, a river with a waterfall, and King Herod's palace are all present, as well as the announcing angel, the adoration of the Magi, and the Flight into Egypt, among others.

The municipal nativity scene was inaugurated by the Mayor of Málaga, Francisco de la Torre, and the Councilor for Festivities, Teresa Porras. The inauguration ceremony, which was also attended by various council members, featured a performance directed by Isabel López Mayorga.

This nativity scene can be visited from 10 AM to 2 PM and from 5 PM to 9 PM in the City Hall courtyard for free and the route is fully accessible for those who need it.