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.
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.
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.
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!
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.