Marbella
Marbella on the Costa del Sol blends an Andalusian old town with the glamour of an international resort. In the Casco Antiguo, you'll discover narrow streets, whitewashed houses, and the Plaza de los Naranjos, home to the 1568 Town Hall and Santiago Chapel, the city's oldest place of worship.After World War II, Marbella was a small village of around 900 inhabitants; from the 1950s onwards, the Marbella Club, and later the 1970-opened Puerto Banús marina, made the town internationally renowned. Besides the beaches, highlights include the remains of the Roman villa on the Río Verde, the Museo del Grabado Español Contemporáneo featuring prints by Picasso, Miró, and Dalí, and the Museo Ralli. To explore the city at a relaxed pace, a visit in spring or autumn is recommended.