Charming villages

Polop

Polop de la Marina is a charming town in Alicante, standing out as one of the most enchanting spots on the Costa Blanca. Its picturesque old town, perched on the hill that was once dominated by a castle, along with its magnificent natural setting, dominated by Mount Ponotx, Gabriel Miró's "Sleeping Lion," make this town an essential stop for any traveler eager to discover the most authentic places in the province of Alicante. Whether to enjoy its fantastic hiking trails or simply stroll through its streets and squares and enjoy its gastronomy...

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Points of interest: Old town and castle of Polop, Gabriel Miró House Museum, Hiking routes in Polop, Plaça dels Xorros.

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Cuisine - Polop

The products from the mountains of Alicante and the fruits of the nearby Mediterranean Sea, just 6 km away, are the main ingredients of the delicious cuisine of Polop. Like any town that has had its economic base in the hard work of the field, its recipes are very energetic and tasty. Typical dishes of Polop de la Marina would be: • The delicious "pilotes de dacsa" made with corn flour, beans, meat, and vegetables. • L’olleta de blat. A recipe that has wheat as its main ingredient. • L’arros amb fressols i naps. The main ingredients of this recipe are rice, beans, turnips, cardoons, Swiss chard, tomatoes, onions, oil, and pork. • The Alicante paella, the most representative dish of the Valencian Community. To sweeten our meals, we can enjoy some of the typical sweets of the Marina Baixa, such as: Els bunyols de carabassa, Milhojas de níspero, La coca María de almendra, Pastissets de boniato, Los almendrados.
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Guadalest

This small and beautiful medieval village is located in the center of one of the most picturesque valleys of the Costa Blanca: The Guadalest Valley. Surrounded by some of the most emblematic mountains in the Alicante region, such as Sierra de Xortà, Serrella, Sierra de Bèrnia, and Sierra de Aitana, Guadalest is one of the main tourist attractions of Alicante, given its proximity to Benidorm and the great beauty of its natural surroundings. Known as a hiking paradise. With a wonderful historical past and declared a Historic-Artistic Ensemble and Cultural Interest Site, Guadalest is among the Most Beautiful—and visited—Villages in Spain. Points of interest: San José Castle, Casa Orduña (Municipal Museum), Medieval Old Town, Natural Surroundings of Guadalest, Guadalest Museums.
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Callosa d'En Sarrià

Its origin is a Muslim farmhouse. It has always been highly sought after due to the wealth, abundance, and purity of the waters of the Algar River, known as the "river of health." The relief of Callosa d'En Sarrià is marked by the course of two rivers, the Algar, which forms waterfalls known as Fuentes del Algar, and the Guadalest. Additionally, it is surrounded by imposing mountain ranges. The town is also known for its loquats, with Designation of Origin. Points of interest: Museum of Ethnology and Archaeology, Water Museum, Fuentes del Algar. FUENTES DEL ALGAR: A natural refuge of great attraction on the Costa Blanca. A succession of waterfalls and natural pools, springing from the labyrinth of underground galleries, offering a refreshing enclave where tourists and locals can soothe the hot days of the Alicante summer.
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Altea

Between the sea and the mountains lies a small paradise of the Costa Blanca, the beautiful destination of Altea. A town that exudes tranquility and where time seems to stand still. A village that has enchanted artists and travelers for decades. A place where the blue of the Mediterranean merges with that of the sky, and where the iconic dome of its church stands out above the network of cobbled streets and white houses. Points of interest: Seafront Promenade, Plaça del Convent, Costera Mestre de la Música, Bellaguarda Mill, Portal Nou, Plaza Francesc Martínez i Martínez, Calle Santa Bárbara, Church Square, Mirador de los Cronistas de España, Calle San Miguel, Carrer Major y Portal Vell, Glorieta del Maño.
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Benidorm

Benidorm is a unique place, a wonderful natural environment protects the city and its modern skyscrapers. Its views, discovered from any corner, are astonishing.


Its strategic location, sheltered between mountains and facing south, gives it a microclimate with high temperatures all year round. Its spacious beaches of fine golden sand are among the best in Europe. Standing out in the city are; Levante Beach, lively at all hours and the most well-known by tourists; and Poniente Beach: cozy and peaceful.
If you are looking for lively moments and parties, then Benidorm is the right place.
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Villajoyosa

This picturesque fishing town attracts not only for its beautiful coastal landscapes, but also for all the history and tradition that envelop its streets. Its long-standing chocolate tradition, passed down from generation to generation, makes the streets of this lovely town smell like the most delicious chocolate.


Points of interest: Old town of Villajoyosa, Houses of Colors, Hanging Houses of La Vila, Bridges over the Amadorio River, Villajoyosa Castle, Bajada del Cine, Valor Factory and Chocolate Museum, La Malladeta, Iberian archaeological site.
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Calpe

The imposing rock of Ifach welcomes the town of Calpe in a grandiose way. This majestic promontory is the absolute protagonist of the eponymous natural park, one of the most important symbols of the Costa Blanca.


However, Calpe is not only famous for this unique environment. Its more than 12 kilometers of coastline, with long beaches or small hidden coves, are another of its many attractions. Archaeological sites dating back to the Bronze Age, a beautiful old town, and a gastronomy with a great fishing tradition expand the range of possibilities. Don't miss out on discovering the most emblematic spots of Calpe!
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Jávea

Jávea is one of those municipalities that is very easy to fall in love with. Its beaches and coves, its urban center, and its gastronomy are responsible for an increasing number of visitors surrendering to its charms.


Diving in Xàbia/Jávea, with all these clear water and rock enclaves, is a real pleasure.

Jávea town is as charming as its beaches, and strolling through its streets is truly worthwhile. And if you are looking for routes with unexpected endings, we recommend going up to the Mirador de les Pesqueres or even doing the complete route of the viewpoints where you will find monuments like the Séquia de la "Noria".

Exploring the path to the Cova Tallada in Jávea is another great option, and to live a different experience and immerse yourself in the essence of this town, we recommend visiting Jávea during its Moors and Christians festivals or San Juan Bonfires.

Jávea also has a good number of restaurants where you can eat, and there you can try all kinds of recipes including, of course, some of the most typical ones in the area such as dried octopus, seafood rice dishes, red prawns, or fish stews.


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