Benejúzar is located on the right bank of the Segura River, in the middle of Vega Baja, it is dedicated to the cultivation of citrus fruits, especially lemons but the production of garlic is also important here. The reconstruction of this municipality after the earthquake of 1829 marks its modern history. It is a quiet city with more than five thousand inhabitants, where we can enjoy hiking in its mountain and in the groves of the Segura River, resulting from its channeling, which nowadays are recreational areas. It is very important the pilgrimage of Virgen del Pilar that takes place on October which is considered a festivity celebrated for the whole region.
Beniarbeig, like the other towns that begin with 'beni', is of Arab origin: at this time it was called Beniherbey. In 1013 it depended on Denia, which was declared independent Kingdom of Taifa in this year, and in 1535 it became a rectory of Moriscos. In 1643, with only about 35 neighbors, it passed to the jurisdiction of Denia. In the mid-nineteenth century there were 520 inhabitants and the town had a consistorial house, two small squares, a tavern, a grocery store, a school of first letters and a church. People worked in the fields, growing wheat, barley, corn, carob, raisins, figs, almonds and other fruits and producing wine and oil. In the early twentieth century suffered a demographic crisis with an emigration to France and Algeria, but in the 50s precedents came from La Mancha and Andalusia, among others, to work in the fields. In recent years the town has grown a lot and now has about 1,900 inhabitants. Beniarbeig is a rich and prosperous agricultural town dedicated, preferably, to the production of citrus fruits, although it also has an industrial estate. Its privileged geographical position and the richness of its economy make it the most important town in the area. The town revolves around the river Girona that crosses it, shortly before ending at the coast of Dénia and Els Poblets. The other geographical feature that characterizes Benidoleig are the mountains of Segaria located in the northern part of its municipal area, which give it magnificent views over Dénia and the sea, and on top of which there are archaeological remains. They are worth visiting the architectural complex formed by the Parochial Church, the College and the old Town Hall.
Catral is a municipality settled in the Vega Baja del Segura, a region located at the southern end of the province of Alicante Its term comprises 19.24Km2. It is located 12m. above sea level. The area of the orchard covers 14,554.5 tahúllas (*) and is irrigated by the Acequia Mayor and other minor aqueducts called arrobas. La Madriguera, Hornos, Albellón and San Juan, are their names. It currently has a population of approximately 9,200 inhabitants. According to a report of 1860 communicated, by: "Neighborhood roads open on the level it occupies and footpaths that lead to Dolores, Almoradí, Callosa, Albatera and San Felipe Neri" (**) The first document that appears the word Catral, is placed of 1255 and in him it was granted to the Order of Santiago "Catral, village of Orihuela". The Castilian King Alfonso X reinstated him to the Crown in 1264. From 1296 Catral, like the southern half of the province, would pass into the hands of the Crown of Aragon, within the Procurator General of Orihuela. In the middle of the 13th century, the Muslim domination of Catral ended. King Philip V granted him the rank of "Villa". Catral enjoys a privileged situation within the province of Alicante and in the region of Vega Baja del Segura. It is located approximately the same distance from the capital of Alicante and Murcia (45 km). We are 20 km from the coast of Guardamar de Segura and 25 km from Torrevieja. The capital of the region, Orihuela, is 16 km away and the industrial centers of Elche and Crevillente are 20 and 10 respectively. The communications are unbeatable, because through the highway (A-37) and the highway (A-7) you can travel to Murcia or Alicante in 25 minutes, and Torrevieja in 15 minutes. Also by road to Callosa de Segura and Orihuela, or Dolores-Almoradi and the rest of the region. We have 3 km railway station (Albatera-Catral). The Altet airport is 35 km away (20 minutes by highway). Our climate is very pleasant surpassing 10º of temperature in January and 26º in July. (*) 1 tahulla in Catral is equivalent to 1,185m2. (**) Church Stos Juanes and Historical Notes of Catral de M.Sierra
Ciudad Quesada is an urbanization of the municipality of Rojales. In Ciudad Quesada there are many leisure options and nearby places to visit. The nearest beaches are the beaches of Torrevieja, La Mata and Guardamar del Segura.
Renaissance defensive tower built in the sixteenth century under the reign of Philip II, who was part of the coastal surveillance system against piracy.
The views from this location are spectacular. You see everything Calpe and the whole region. It is an ideal area for hiking and outdoor sports with fresh air and good final reward. Totally recommended.
From this point you have the best panoramic views of Benidorm being the source of many photos and postcards of the city. It is located at the top of the Sierra Helada, and it is accessed through the final area of the Rincón de Loix, being able to drive up to almost the same Cruz. This well-known monument of Benidorm was established on top of the mountain due to the initiative of the local clergy. The reason why the Cruz was raised was because Benidorm with the new General Plan of Urban Planning and the consent of the Francoist government to allow the use of bikinis to women, had become, for the friars in a frivolous locality. Even the bishop of Orihuela-Alicante threatened the mayor with putting a sign on the entrance to Benidrom reading "El Infierno". For that reason they decided to create in 1962 a day that would be called the "Day of Forgiveness", which would serve through a procession, climb the heavy and huge wooden cross from the Church of San Jaime to the highest point of the Sierra Helada . All the people wanted to participate and the children disguised themselves to do various recreational activities, while the adults climbed, alternating, the cross on their shoulders. This religious day made Catholics see that the people of the town were not as "frivolous" as they thought. Nowadays, it has become a place for many people to pass, either to enjoy the spectacular views or to make a great day of hiking. As curious facts, a few years ago it was the scene of horror movies and even erotic movies. And in a pink villa even the film of Bigas Luna Huevos de Oro was filmed. You can visit when you want, but it is best to go up to observe the beautiful sunsets at the end of the afternoon. When you get to the cross there are several routes to access other populations on foot. You can also take a path that skirts the cliffs to the repeater of Albir and from there you go down to the lighthouse. This trail has a wonderful route with incredible views of both the Bay of Benidorm and the Mediterranean Sea, the mountains and even Altea. Undoubtedly, it is one of the best options for lovers of nature and the practice of hiking.
The Mirador del Faro is located in the vicinity of the Santa Pola Lighthouse. It is a new construction very visited by tourists and locals due to the fantastic views that can be obtained from the coast of Alicante, Cabo las Huertas and Isla Grossa facing the Mar Menor.
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