MARBELLA: CITY OVERVIEW
Marbella
is one of the most exclusive summer resorts in Spain and in Europe.
Situated on the Mediterranean, in an area known as the "Costa
del Sol", Marbella is located near many Andalusian cities
of great touristic interest such as Málaga (birth place
of Pablo Picasso, it is also an important cultural centre with
many historic monuments), Granada (with the wonderful Alhambra),
Sevilla (one of the most fascinating cities in Spain) and Cordoba
(wonderful crossroad between Moors and Catholics civilizations).
It has a population of 200,000 people during the year and 700,000
during the summer. Marbella has the typical Andalusian flavor
and a good communication with two international airports: Málaga
& Gibraltar.
Marbella is also known as golf paradise. People
can play golf every single day and even at night because it has
the first illuminated golf court in Europe. Marbella is famous
for its wonderful beaches and its marina where luxurious yachts
arrive from all over the world. It also has beautiful boutiques,
luxurious hotels, lovely surrounding shopping centers and vibrant
nightlife.
The average temperature all year long is 66 –
77 degrees Farenheit (19 - 25 degrees Celsius) and the sun shines
around 320 days per year with less than 50 rainy days. Great beaches,
great climate and a unique offering of sports, gastronomy and
entertainment we are confident that a visit to Marbella, Spain
is a guarantee for an unforgettable and exclusive learning experience.
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