Alicante – Costa Blanca
Alicante is a charming city located on the eastern coast of Spain, in the Valencian region. Also known as the Costa Blanca, meaning "white coast" in Spanish, the city is one of the most popular tourist destinations on the Costa Blanca.
It boasts beautiful white-sand beaches, stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea, and picturesque cliffs. Its unique location ensures a mild climate for most of the year, attracting tourists year-round.
Alicante's main tourist attraction is Santa Barbara Castle (https://bajubaju-wakacje.com/castillo-de-santa-barbara/), which perches on a hill overlooking the city. It's an impressive fortress with a rich history dating back to Arab times. Walking within its walls offers stunning panoramic views of the city and surrounding area.
The city also offers many charming streets and alleys where you can experience the authentic Spanish culture. In the city center, you'll find the Old Town (El Barrio), filled with small shops, cafés, and restaurants serving traditional Spanish cuisine.
But Alicante isn't just about beautiful beaches and monuments. It's also home to a vibrant nightlife. A variety of clubs, bars, and discos make the city a vibrant destination for those seeking after-dark entertainment.
Top attractions in Alicante:
- Xativia – an ancient city founded by the Phoenicians,
- 16th-century hermitage of Santa Maria,
- Alcoy – known as the city of bridges,
- Castellón de la Plana – a city rich in monuments, including the El Fadri bell tower,
- Fortified settlements in the El Maestrat region – the best preserved towns of Morella,
- Cuenca with the old town surrounding the Plaza Mayor,
- Pope Luna Castle in Peniscola on the Costa del Azahar.
