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  • Castillo de Santa Bárbara, Alicante

    1. Castillo de Santa Bárbara

    Santa Barbara Castle is a medieval fortress on top of Mount Benacantil. It dominates the city and constitutes a landmark that is seen from far away. The castle offers the nicest views of Alicante's...   more
  • Explanada de Espana, Alicante

    2. Explanada de Espana

    This is the main promenade in Alicante, parallel to the port. It is a favorite place to walk. In the 50’s, when there were less distractions, many couples met here, walking up and down. It was...   more
  • Beaches, Alicante

    3. Beaches

    Hi All, On this strectch of beach you have the choice of all sorts of beaches. From Postiguet with the huge Boulevard and marina. To el Campello...its tiny beach with right behind it a picturesque...   more
  • El Barrio, Alicante

    4. El Barrio

    El Barrio the old quarter of Alicante lies at the feet of the Co-Cathedral of San Nicolas. This is a very lively neighbourhood at night. People af all ages go there to enjoy the numerous pubs, bars...   more
  • Isla de Tabarca, Alicante

    5. Isla de Tabarca

    This is the only inhabited in the Community of Valencia. It is located at a distance of 11 nautical miles from the city of Alicante. The islands Lebante Beach has a lenght of 250m and is near the...   more
  • Hogueras de San Juan, Alicante

    6. Hogueras de San Juan

    If you come to Alicante in June, from 19 to 24, you will enjoy the Hogueras de San Juan, the main festival that takes place in the city. The hogueras are bonfires built with papier-machê. About 180...   more
  • Terra Mitica, Alicante

    7. Terra Mitica

    Terra Mitica en Benidorm, which is just about 40 kilometers from Alicante, is practically the only theme park in Europe with incredible attractions and shows that convert this park into a fascinating...   more
  • Mercado Central, Alicante

    8. Mercado Central

    The central market was built in 1911 over the remains of the city walls from the 17th century. The market was built in eclectic style with modernist elements, with metal structure and brick façade. As...   more
  • The Town Hall, Alicante

    9. The Town Hall

    The present Town Hall was built in the 18th century in baroque style. The façade is decorated with barley-sugar columns. The two towers characterize this building. Inside, the Blue Hall belongs to the...   more
  • Benidorm, Alicante

    10. Benidorm

    Benidorm is very close by Alicante. Just remeber it takes time to get there by tram - for me it took 2 hours althought it shouldnt. Trip itself was not long - just waiting in between is what took most...   more
  • Hiking, Alicante

    11. Hiking

    22 kilometres long walk from Agost to el Puerto de Maigmó, easy level - tunels on the path so good idea to bring an electric torch (sorry - don't know what a little lamp/light that you have in your...   more
  • Art Exhibition, Alicante

    12. Art Exhibition

    From April 2 till october 13 there is a temporary exposition called La belleza del cuerpo. Arte y pensamiento en la Grecia antigua. A collection of Greek sculptures (some of them are really Roman...   more
  • Volvo Ocean Race, Alicante

    13. Volvo Ocean Race

    Volvo Ocean Race will start from the port of Alicante. From last Friday night up to October 11th there will be a series of events in the Village, an area of the harbour that has been acoditioned for...   more
  • Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Alicante (MACA), Alicante

    14. Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Alicante (MACA)

    The former name was Museo de la Asegurada, taking its name from the name of the building. Casa de La Asegurada is the oldest civil building in Alicante. It was...   more
  • Casa Carbonell, Alicante

    15. Casa Carbonell

    This house was built in the first half of the XX century. They say that a businessman called Carbonell arrived to Alicante, dirty and ragged after an eventful...   more
  • Concatedral de San Nicolás, Alicante

    16. Concatedral de San Nicolás

    This former mosque was transformed into a Christian church by King Alfonso X the Wise. The cloister dates back to the XV century but the main body or the church...   more
  • Plaza de Gabriel Miró, Alicante

    17. Plaza de Gabriel Miró

    Also known as Plaza de Correos since the Post office (Correos) was in a building facing the square. It is dedicated to Grabriel Miró, a great writer and...   more
  • Theater; Teatro principal de Alicante, Alicante

    18. Theater; Teatro principal de Alicante

    The main theater in Alicante (teatro principal de Alicante) was build from 1846 to 1847, and was opened on the 25th of September 1847, the architect of the...   more
  • The church of Santa Maria, Alicante

    19. The church of Santa Maria

    The Santa Maria Church was built over the remains of a mosque. The style is Gothic and dates from the 14th to the 16th century. t The high altar in Rococo gold...   more
  • Parque de Canalejas, Alicante

    20. Parque de Canalejas

    This park is the continuation of the Explanada, but it is completely different. In this case, big hundred-year-old Ficus cover the promenade and offer a very...   more
  • Alicante City Hall, Alicante

    21. Alicante City Hall

    Its a lovely and lively place. One can enjoy the small fountains which change its color and height. People can touch the water, children are playful looking...   more
  • La Ereta, Alicante

    22. La Ereta

    This park is on the slope of mount Benacantil, near the ramparts of Santa Barbara Castle. From this park there are very nice views of the port, the Cathedral...   more
  • Tandem flights paragliding, Alicante

    23. Tandem flights paragliding

    Hello,Alicante is known for its best climate all year round. It also known worldwide for its paragliding.The mountains and sea cliffs are known amongst the best...   more
  • Learn Spanish in Alicante, Alicante

    24. Learn Spanish in Alicante

    Alicante is a city with a great university. Many foreign students come every year to study here for a term or for a year. There are some facilities to learn...   more
  • Visit Calpe, Alicante

    25. Visit Calpe

    Located at just 63 kilometers from the city of Alicante is one of the jewels of the crown of the province - the city of Calpe. A town that is identified by the...   more

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