Marbella is considered one of the most exclusive Spanish resorts. Film stars, politicians and musicians from all over the world have their homes here. Marbella is not only beaches, but also charming old cities, excellent restaurants and one of the best yacht ports in Spain.
Marbella's international career began in the mid-twentieth century. George Clooney, Antonio Banderas or King of Saudi Arabia had or had their homes here. Julio Iglesias, Brigitte Bardot, Audrey Hepburn and Sean Connery. In 1970, a luxury yacht port was opened, where the most expensive boats from around the world moor. In addition to expensive restaurants, bars and hotels, the port also has boutiques of the most famous brands from around the world.
Although Marbella is primarily a fashionable resort, quite a lot of monuments have survived here. There are fragments of the city walls, the Renaissance Governor's House and the Town Hall from the 16th century, Baroque monasteries and churches. The central part of this district is Plaza de los Naranjos or Orange Square. It is planted with orange trees, and around there are cafes, wine bars and restaurants with gardens.
