MARBELLA OVERVIEW

Marbella is known as being a playground for the jet-setting rich and famous, and rightfully so. The majesty of the Spanish town is readily visible in the 26 kilometers of coastline carving pristine sunny beaches on the shores of the Mediterranean, as well as in the Sierra Blanca Mountains that provide a rugged yet peaceful backdrop. The pleasing natural aesthetics combine with resort facilities and fine offerings for primary and vacation luxury homes that cater to a fashionable crowd.

Marbella luxury homes are situated among and/or near a myriad of top-rate amenities: golf courses, marinas that house spacious yachts, upscale shopping and stylish bars and restaurants. Though all of the highly desirable amenities entertain a luxury-seeking crowd, Marbella still retains a traditional old town feel. Momentous buildings in the Old Quarter show the centuries-old history while other remarkable ruins show Marbella's past, including the Basilica Vega del Mar. The basilica was built by the Visigoths in the 4th century with construction very unique for Spain. It is also the site of several archeological excavations that have revealed the footprints of ancient cultures that once existed in the region.

This legacy dovetails beautifully with the panorama of the present. Classic yet modern elegance reigns on the famed "Golden Mile," home to extraordinary villas and estates, along with five-star hotels, golf clubs and business centers. Beachside homes and mountain estates overlooking the sea provide the ultimate luxury retreats. Nearby Puerto Banus is also a celebrity hotspot with days consisting of shopping at local boutiques and famous fashion houses, and nights at trendy clubs, bars and restaurants. From ancient culture to contemporary chic, Marbella creates a dazzling environment that is completely its own.