what to visit in Malaga

Between 21 and 23 May Málaga welcomes the Southern Cannabis Expo Fair - an event which, taking into account the fact that the cultivation and consumption of cannabis are penalized, the event is not without some controversy. But this is not the first Cannabis fair held in Spain, and prior events have been a great success. The last edition in Barcelona, attracted over 19,000 visitors and had over 150 collaborating businesses.

If the consumption, cultivation and sale of marijuana is prohibited, what exactly is on display in these fairs? The Southern Cannabis Expo not only provides a space for companies engaged in the sale of cannabis seeds (which, of course, is not illegal) and related products to promote their wares- it also acts as a forum to focus on its medicinal properties, and discuss issues such as the treatment of mental disorders with the plant or how the consumption of the same acts in the brain.

Unquestionably, these are also the many controversial arguments for or against the legalization of marijuana. Is there a relationship between cannabis use and mental disorders? Is it beneficial or harmful? Contradictory research results in this field are constantly published, and certainly do not help to create a consensus from which to justify judicial decisions. Controversy about marijuana´s legality goes back many years, but, frankly it´s a subject which seems rather tired, especially if we compare marijuana´s relatively mild effects with the scientifically proven risks of tabaco and alcohol on health, and the fact that they are legal.

Cannabis is not only known for its narcotic effects, but also for being a useful industrial plant. There are many possible applications for it: Textiles, beauty creams, shampoo, plumbing supplies and birdfood, at the Southern Cannabis Expo you´ll find plenty of new and innovative uses for the noble weed.

If you want to know more about this controversial topic, we encourage you to rent apartments in Malaga and attend this informative event.