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the Colorful Marbella
Posted on August 22nd, 2009 by admin, under Travel Destinations.
The Costa del Sol, also known as the Coast of the Sun is a famous region in South Spain in Andalusia. This includes coastal towns along the Malaga province. This region is comprised of different cities which are known beach locations in the world. Many tourists, especially those of the upper class flock this area all year round.
The Weather in Costa del Sol is sunny almost 90 percent of the year. The Sun Coast speaks for itself. The average temperature of the area is 19˚C throughout the year. Because of its very enticing weather, it is ideal for beach vacations.
Marbella is one of the cities in Andalusia, Spain that is a famous location for beach resorts in the Costa del Sol. It is well known for being an exclusive destination for very wealthy tourists from the European countries. There are many activities that tourists can engage in such as going to the Ocean Club, visiting the Bonsai Museum, shopping and having river walks behind the coast.
A Taste of Marbella would not be complete without visiting the historical places in the area. The culture of Marbella is well preserved and evident in the arts, building designs and different structures. Marbella is also known for their mouth watering seafood served in world class restaurants. The mixture of history and modernity is what brings tourists back to Marbella. Visiting Marbella makes one feel like part of the place’s history while having the luxury of the present life.
The Flamenco dance is very much alive in Marbella. Flamenco is a famous genre of music originating from the Andalusia. This dance is very entertaining to watch not only because of the fancy footwork but also of the beautiful and colorful dresses worn by the dancers. Their costumes are known as the Traditional Feria Dress. This dress complements the beautiful features of the Spanish woman and is much more appreciated when worn during the dance. Your Marbella vacation would not be complete without watching a Flamenco dance. So make sure you see one.
With the rich culture and activities Marbella has to offer, it is definitely a must see vacation destination.
