Alicante – Costa Blanca
Alicante is a charming city located on the east coast of Spain, in the Valencia region. It is also known as Costa Blanca, which means "white coast" in Spanish. The city is one of the most popular tourist destinations on the Costa Blanca.
It is characterized by beautiful white sand beaches, wonderful views of the Mediterranean Sea and picturesque cliffs. Its unique location means that the climate is mild for most of the year, which attracts tourists all year round.
The main tourist attraction of Alicante is the Santa Barbara Castle https://bajubaju-wakacje.com/castillo-de-santa-barbara/, which rises on a hill overlooking the city. It is an impressive fortress with a rich history dating back to Arab times. While walking along its walls, you can admire beautiful panoramas of the city and surrounding areas.
The city also offers many charming streets and alleys where you can feel the authentic atmosphere of Spanish culture. In the city center there is the Old Town (El Barrio), full of small shops, cafes and restaurants that serve traditional Spanish cuisine.
However, Alicante is not only beautiful beaches and monuments. It is also a place with a rich nightlife. Many clubs, bars and discos make the city a dynamic place for people looking for entertainment after dark.
Alicante highlights:
- Xativia – an ancient city founded by the Phoenicians,
- 16th century hermitage of Santa Maria,
- Alcoy – called the city of bridges,
- Castellón de la Plana – a city rich in monuments, including: El Fadri bell tower,
- Fortified settlements in the El Maestrat area - the best preserved towns of Morella,
- Cuenca with the old town surrounding Plaza Mayor,
- Pope Luna Castle in Peniscola on the Costa del Azahar.
