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Capital of the Costa Blanca, Alicante is a major centre on the eastern coast of Spain. Known to the Greeks and Romans as the ‘The White Fortress,’ Alicante boasts over 2000 years of history from it’s prime position between the mountains and the Mediterranean Sea.
• The huge popularity of Alicante is largely due to the superb climate
and fine range of beaches in the area including Postiguet, la Albufereta
and the beautiful San Juan. The Cabo de las Huertas offers secluded
rocky coves whereas naturist beaches can be found at El Saladar
and Los Judios.
• Rising above Alicante is an imposing medieval fortress called
the Castillo of Santa Barbara. As the monument is built on the slopes
of mount Benacantil visitors gain access via cable car from Jovellanas
Avenue or a lift from the Postiguet beach.
• As well as the panoramic view from the castle and its splendid
architecture there is also the Museo de las Hogueras. The museum,
housed within the castle, is renowned for it’s fascinating collection
of papier-mache effigies that have been saved from the spectacular
festival flames of Les Fogueres de Sant Joan which is held in Alicante
at the end of June.
• The oldest church in the city is the 16th century Church of St
Mary. This stunning gothic and baroque church was built on the
site of an ancient mosque erected by the Moors which is an appropriate
reflection of the dramatic shifts that have taken place throughout
Spain’s history.
• The Concathedral de St Nicholas of Bari, the ruined Castle
of St Ferdinand and the oldest bullring still in use in Spain
are a small selection of the vibrant historical attractions the
city retains. Spain’s modern artists are paid homage to at the
Eusebio Sempere Museum along with works by Miro, Gris and Picasso.
• Elegant promenades and cafes surround the city centre’s pleasant harbour
from which ferries leave daily for the Marine Reserve and natural
monument of the Island of Tabarca. • The island has a rich history
that is evident in its ancient fortifications, 18th century church
and castle of San José.
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