Marbella, what once only a fishing village is now one of Costa del Sol’s prime destinations with all its enchanting natural surroundings amidst a pleasant weather. Most visitors flung to Spain always have a stay at this glittering holiday resort to take pleasure from those sun-bathed beaches and delicious Mediterranean cuisines.
Here is an outline of this emblematic city of Spaniard region with some valuable information for tourists and in general.
The following details will also be useful for people who are thinking of visiting Marbella with an aim to exploring the best that this part in the Malaga coast offers.
Certainly, this 114.3 sq. km mountain clad region has a lot to offer for every taste and age. A climate with an average temperature of around 19 degrees C. allures travelers to roam and take a walk on the beaches to revitalise the senses all through the year; no matter if it is winter or summer. The maximum temperature ranges between 16 to 30 degrees C. in winter and summer. The weather in Marbella is simply gorgeous!
Such geographically favored features further act as catalysts in making Marbella one of the emerging cosmopolitan cities with a high profile night life, elegant shops and plethora of leisure activities including fun and adventure water sports. The availability of all classes of facilities also brings Marbella into the list of high-class frivolity, where rich and wealthy fuse to enjoy every bit of this fantasy land.
But Marbella is more than just a beach resort, its rich history further added to its charm as a privileged travel destination. The modernisation though has left considerable impact on the uniqueness, but visitors can easily locate the traces of tradition and culture in every corner of this medieval city of Spain.
In the course of emerging urban environment, Marbella guides you to its 16th Century B.C. history with the existence of “old town”, “Moorish castle”, and famous “Orange Square”. However, recent archaeological excavations have even pushed Marbella’s history back to Paleolithic and Neolithic ages in the extreme ancient time.
The latest link has been established from the Islamic era where the Muslims had built a castle in this city. The city was later conquered by Spaniards in the latter half of the 15th century- precisely in 1485, and the city flourished after that. The architectural creation during Roman and Moorish occupation can also be spotted as of their significant historic importance.
The above picture about the city of Marbella guides us to discuss and share a little more about some of the specific sightseeing of this holiday resort which includes the sea (beaches), museums, monuments, parks and art galleries etc.
The Sea & Beaches of Marbella
Marbella’s impressive mountainous backdrop and a coastline stretching over 25 km add to the overall personality of the resort town i.e. strikingly beautiful and different from others. Those beautiful beaches between Guadalmina and Cabopino render a spectacular natural environment and outstanding costal environment.
The famous attraction along the beachside is Paseo Maritimo, or boardwalk. Stretching over 6 kilometers, it runs along a stretch of palm trees and outdoor cafes, restaurants, beachside snack bar etc. One just need nothing but a cycle, skate or can even take a stroll by taking a breath of breeze of the shoreline.
The Monuments & Museums in Marbella
The Old Town district, the spacious Plaza de los Naranjos, public square and churches, are surrounded by many grand old buildings. The Orange Tree Square, dated back 1485, constitutes 16th century structures including the Town Hall built in 1568.
Inside the Town Hall, visitors can spot some extraordinarily carved ceilings and religious murals and relics, testifying the ruling of Catholic King and Queen.
Besides, there is the 16th century old “Old Governor’s House”, a beautiful stone fountain, the Church of St. Mary, and the small “Chapel of Santiago” which together holds Marbella’s splendid past.
The other famous attraction is the Museum of Spanish Contemporary Engravings which preserves some extraordinary art works of Picasso, Miro, Antony Tapies, Eduardo Chillida and of some other renowned painters. This apart, the museum also houses some rare historic engravings bearing witness of the past.
Another interesting stop is the Bonsai Museum or the “Museo del Bonsai”. This is a perfect reflection of Mother Nature with a great collection of beautiful miniature trees and forests.
Hence, Marbella is a joyride for the traveler with its enchanting beauty of sun-drenched beaches and top-drawer leisure activities. There is a lot to explore from its historic monuments, astounding beaches, to beautifully decorated parks and gardens.
Apart from the usual touring, sport lovers can easily settle on from a range of adventure activities, including scuba diving, jet skiing, cable skiing, windsurfing and kayaking. In addition, there are a number of tennis and golf clubs for the interest of travelers to marbella.
We are organizing two tournaments for this summer in Marbella
Marbella is not just a crowded town for its natural ambiance and luxury life, but a medieval city that holds a deep-rooted past with much significance in Spaniard history. The Old Town or “Casco Antiguo” is just a testimony to the said statement.
