Marbella facts for kids
Marbella is a lively city and a special area (called a municipality) in southern Spain. It's part of the province of Málaga in a larger region known as Andalusia. Marbella is famous for being on the beautiful Costa del Sol, which means "Coast of the Sun." It's a very important city in its area.
About Marbella
Marbella is located right by the Mediterranean Sea. It sits between the city of Málaga and the Strait of Gibraltar. Behind the city, you can see the Sierra Blanca mountains. The whole area of Marbella covers about 117 square kilometers (about 45 square miles). Main roads run along the coast, making it easy to get in and out of the city.
In 2012, about 140,473 people lived in Marbella. This makes it the second biggest city in the province of Málaga. It's also the eighth largest city in all of Andalusia. Marbella is one of the most popular places for tourists on the Costa del Sol. People from all over the world visit almost all year round. They come for the amazing weather and the many fun things to do.
History and Culture
Marbella has a rich history, with many old buildings and places to explore. You can find interesting archaeological sites here. The city also has several museums where you can learn about its past. There are also places for shows and concerts. Marbella's calendar is full of cultural events, from music concerts to opera performances.
Marbella's Climate
Marbella has a wonderful climate because it's protected by coastal mountains called the Cordillera Penibética. These mountains block cold winds from the north. Because of this, the average temperature in Marbella is usually above 18 degrees Celsius (64 degrees Fahrenheit) all year.
Sometimes, the highest mountain peaks get a little snow. But don't worry, it usually melts away in just a day or two! Marbella gets about 628 liters of rain per square meter each year. This means it's not too rainy. Plus, it enjoys around 2,900 hours of sunshine every year. That's a lot of sunny days for outdoor fun!
Images for kids
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Dunes of Artola, with the Sierra Blanca mountains in the background
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The La Concepción reservoir, a beautiful lake
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Playa de Cabopino (Cabopino beach) with its famous sand dunes
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An area of Marbella called Elviria, showing how homes are spread out
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Parts of an old Roman bridge in Marbella
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Old Moorish defensive walls of Marbella
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A part of the main front of the Casa del Corregidor, built in the 1500s in the Plaza de los Naranjos
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The Marquess of Duero, an important historical figure
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A luxury car parked in Puerto Banús, a famous marina
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King Fahd of Saudi Arabia. He used to spend a lot of money when visiting Marbella.
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A map of Marbella's old town, showing its main buildings
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The Ermita del Santo Cristo, a small chapel
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Constitution Park, a green space in the city
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The beautiful beach-front in Marbella
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Hotel Don Pepe, a famous hotel opened in 1963
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Another view of Puerto Banús
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The port of Cabopino
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A bronze sculpture by the famous artist Salvador Dalí on Avenida del Mar
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Hospital Bazán, which is now the Museum of Engraving
See also
In Spanish: Marbella para niños
