Welcome to the heart of Málaga, the lively Plaza de la Merced. This is where you'll find the city's pulse, with bustling cafes and a vibrant atmosphere day and night. It's famously the childhood playground of Picasso—his birthplace museum is right here—and you can even sit next to a bronze statue of the man himself. At the center of the square, you'll see the grand obelisk honoring General Torrijos, a powerful symbol of liberty.