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The 'castellum' has been turned into a museum in different phases and can be visited on Fridays at 5 pm, 6 pm, 7 pm and 8 pm and Saturdays and Sundays from 10 am, 11 am, 12 pm and 1 pm. Guided tours can take place on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, and can be arranged by email to visitatossal@benidorm.org To complement the tour of the Tossal site and make it more accessible, Benidorm offers an audio guide, with the content of the panels located at the different points of the fort. This audio guide is also available in Valencian and English. Located on a hill 100 meters high, the site of Tossal de La Cala was excavated in the 40s by Father Belda and in 1956 by Professor M. Tarradell, dating the archaeological remains found between the second and first centuries B.C. The wall, the different rooms and the materials found, show a presence of Roman soldiers and confirm, without a doubt, that the Tossal de la Cala was a fort or 'castellum' ordered to be built by General Sertorius as part of a fortification plan for the northern coast of Alicante, probably around 77 BC. The Tossal de la Cala was part of a Roman chain of coastal military enclaves located in the two regions of the Navy, all located on cliffs and coves that were difficult to access, which played a fundamental role in controlling the movement of friendly or enemy ships in the naval hostilities of the war.
Building from the 18th century, it underwent a total reform of its façades between 1915 and 1920. Rectangular floor plan with façades facing Plaza Santa Lucía, Doctor Sarget and Plaza Ramón Sijé. The main façade, located in the latter, is characterized by the hierarchy of openings, with two main doors, wrought iron balconies with openings topped with pediments. Heraldic shields in the corner of the building and on the covers.
Biar Castle dates from the 12th century. It is included in the route of the Vinalopó castles, it is one of the great attractions of Biar, declared a National Monument in 1931, today BIC, it preserves an Almohad vault from the 12th century. The interior of the castle was organized around a central patio, arranging a whole series of rooms designed to ensure the defense as well as provide shelter and service to the warden, his family and the garrison. Visiting hours of the castle to check by calling the tourist office: 96 581 11 77 (reservations). Castle phone: 657 912 407 Biar Tourist Office: 96 581 11 77 (reservations) ENTRY: €1.
Tourist visit directed by a guide. Your tour begins at the Tourist Office and continues through the most emblematic areas of Elche, such as the Municipal Park, the Basilica of Santa María, the old town, the open shopping center and the Glorieta. Learn about the history of the two World Heritage Sites, the Palm Grove and the Misteri d'Elx. The route runs between palm orchards and the monumental route. The visits last approximately one hour and a half. Visits can be made in Spanish, Valencian and English PRICES General rate: 5 euros Reduced rate: 3 euros (groups of 10 or more people, students, over 65) Under 6 years old: Free SCHEDULE Winter timetable (from the last Sunday of October to the last Saturday of March): From Sunday to Thursday at 11:30 am. Friday and Saturday, at 11:30 and 4:00 p.m. Summer timetable (from the last Sunday of March to the last Saturday of October): From Sunday to Thursday at 11:30 am. Friday and Saturday, at 11:30 and 5:00 p.m. July and August: From Monday to Saturday at 11:30 and 5:00 p.m. Sundays at 11.30. There are no guided tours on January 1 and December 25.
Guided visits to the fortress in Spanish or Valencian. No previous reservation is necessary. It would be necessary previous reservation for visits during the week, school visits or specialized visits. Sundays and holidays. Guided tours at 10:00 am, 11:00 am, 12:00 am and 1:00 pm. Price: € 3; children from 5 to 12 years old: € 2 Organized by: L'Atzúbia City Council Collaborate: Arrels Marinades Place: Forna (L'Atzúbia)
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