Marbella
Date of affiliation: December 6,1990
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Background of affiliation: Marbella was selected as a sister city because Kure and Marbella share many similarities, such as their geographical features and climate. The image of both Marbella and Kure's Port Pier Land are also similar. Profile: Marbella is 500km south of Madrid, the capital of Spain. A mountain range stands to the north of the city, and the Mediterranean Sea, called Costa del sol, is to the south. Marbella has a beautiful view of the sea, and its name means beautiful sea. It has a population of about 120,000,and the climate is mild. Marbella is the main city of Costa del sol. Since the 1950s,Marbella has been developed as a full-scale resort city. In recent years, it has become internationally known as a high-class resort area. It has gained international fame for its excellent yatcht harbor, and its beach is a mecca for marine sports.
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