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Málaga And Costa Del Sol - Spain

Moving to Málaga and Costa del Sol - Spain

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1. South Asian Community - Primarily Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, and Sri Lankan communities.

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2. South Asian Areas

• Málaga City Center: Indian and Pakistani businesses and residences.
• Torremolinos: Popular among South Asians due to its proximity to the city and affordable housing.
• Fuengirola: A large concentration of South Asian families and businesses.
• Marbella: Wealthier South Asians, including business owners and expatriates.

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3. South Asian Main Market Areas

• Fuengirola Market: Hosts shops and stalls with South Asian spices, clothing, and household items.
• Málaga City Center: Various South Asian stores and restaurants are scattered throughout the city.

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4. South Asian Grocery Stores

• Asian Supermarket Málaga: Offers Indian, Pakistani, and Bangladeshi spices, lentils, and snacks.
• Sabor Asiático (Fuengirola): Specializes in South Asian ingredients.
• Taj Mahal Supermercado (Marbella): A popular choice for Indian and Pakistani products.
• Pak Asia Foods (Málaga): Known for its halal products and diverse South Asian items.

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5. Transportation

• Public Transport:
  • Well-connected buses and trains between Málaga, Torremolinos, and Fuengirola.
  • RENFE trains provide easy access to major towns.
• Ride Sharing:
  • Uber and Cabify are commonly used.
• Local Transport:
  • Affordable taxis and bicycle rentals for shorter distances.

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6. Religious Places

• Temples:

  • Shiva Temple Málaga: Serves the Indian Hindu community.
  • Smaller prayer halls in Fuengirola and Torremolinos.

• Gurdwara:

  • Gurdwara Sahib Marbella: Serves the Sikh community on the Costa del Sol.

• Mosques:

  • Mezquita de Málaga: Main mosque serving the South Asian Muslim community.
  • Smaller prayer halls in Torremolinos and Fuengirola.

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7. Best Public Schools in South Asian Areas

Elementary Schools:

• CEIP Clara Campoamor (Málaga): Offers bilingual programs in Spanish and English.
• CEIP Salvador Rueda (Fuengirola): Popular among expat families.

Middle Schools:

• IES Torre Almenara (Torremolinos): High standards and diverse student body.
• IES Sierra Blanca (Marbella): Known for academic programs and cultural diversity.

High Schools:

• IES Benalmádena (Benalmádena): Multicultural environment.
• IES Ramón y Cajal (Fuengirola): Offers strong academic and extracurricular programs.

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