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Marbella is a coastal city located in the province of Malaga, in Andalusia, Spain, internationally recognized for its tourist attraction and its privileged Mediterranean climate. Located on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea, between Malaga and the Strait of Gibraltar, Marbella extends over an area of 117 km² and has an approximate population of 159,000 inhabitants (INE 2024). The city stands out for its combination of Blue Flag beaches, high-quality tourist infrastructure, and a natural environment that includes the Sierra Blanca. Marbella is a benchmark on the Costa del Sol for its cultural, heritage and leisure offer, which ranges from museums and performing spaces to international events ranging from opera to reggae festivals. Its economy is based mainly on medium and high purchasing power tourism, attracting national and international visitors, especially from the United Kingdom, Germany, France and the United States. Marbella is also known for its modern urban development and its role as a destination for expatriates, retirees and digital nomads, thanks to its quality of life, health and educational services, and its proximity to Malaga airport. The city combines history, nature and modernity, being a key point in tourism and the Andalusian economy.
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Marbella is a family-friendly city, with international schools and leisure spaces, although the cost of living can be a limiting factor.
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Marbella is a generally safe city, with low crime rates, although mass tourism can attract petty crime in busy areas.
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Marbella maintains an acceptable level of urban cleanliness, especially in tourist areas and beaches, although in less traveled areas there may be deficiencies.
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