Virgin Nudist Cove with gravel, boulders and crystalline water near the Cove: Cabo de la Nao. It owes its name to the watchtower built in the 16th Century, whose function was surveillance and maritime defence from pirate attacks the same as the other Xàbia watchtower located in the Portitxol zone, both sites are located on private land. In its Southernmost slope, we find the isla del Descubridor (Discoverer’s Island). The Ambolo scenic viewpoint is near this cove. Occupancy level is low. Length: 300 m (approx.) This beach is currently closed due to risk of landslide.
They say that dog is "man's best friend" and in Alicante we are as (crystal) clear about it as the water of its beaches, and if we talk about beaches, we will have to focus on the Agua Amarga beach, adapted for dogs and unique in Europe, a true "Doggy-Beach", which has all the necessary services and facilities so that you and your pet can spend a few wonderful days of relaxation during the summer season, and that has everything you need to make your days of sea a perfect experience. The Agua Amarga beach is the first "Dog-Friendly" beach in Spain that allows dogs to bathe during the summer and offers adapted services so that you and your pet can enjoy a holiday according to your true needs and wishes.
The Postiguet beach is one of the most bustling beaches, located in the very heart of Alicante city, at the foot of Santa Bárbara Castle and next to the famous "Explanada" promenade. Postiguet stands out for the quality of its fine golden sands and its calm waters. All this besides the easy access to the historic center, is what has made this beach an emblem of the city of Alicante. It has areas for sports such as beach volleyball. In addition, there are several public and private parking spaces nearby. And the beach has public toilets adapted for reduced mobility people.
San Juan Beach is a paradise of fine sand and clear waters, it is the best known beach in Alicante and very appreciated by locals, who enjoy it all year round. It catches you and makes you fall in love equal parts so, if you come once, you will repeat. This huge stretch of sand covers from the beaches of El Campello to Cabo de las Huertas. It allows to enjoy the Mediterranean sea in an incredible way, due to its fine sand and its extension, as well as all the complementary leisure services that it offers. It has areas for practicing different activities and sports: beach volleyball courts, mini football goals, and water sports such as wind surfing. Throughout the whole beach there is a promenade that is also used by runners, which gives you the opportunity to have wonderful views while practicing your favorite sport. It also has a variety of bio-healthy devices and appliances to complete the training. There are fun playgrounds, slides, swings and booths for the kids, to complete your family beach experience. There are areas of hammocks and umbrellas, in addition to the possibility of renting pedal boats into the sea.
The “José María Amat Amer” Footwear Museum, located in the city of Elda (Alicante) Spain. It is one of the main museums in Europe related to the theme of footwear. Although it was established as such in 1992, its current facilities were inaugurated on February 4, 1999 by Elena de Borbón. It is located on the grounds of what was the International Footwear Fair, which was founded in 1992. The museum has significant support from the City Council. The Footwear Museum Foundation was established, which is governed by a Board of Trustees, chaired by the mayor of the city, and all the Institutions of the shoe sector are represented (the FICIA Foundation, FICE and INESCOP), the Ministry of Culture and Sports, the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, the Diputación de Alicante, companies that contribute funds for the purposes of the Foundation, and the founder of the museum, José María Amat Amer, who currently holds the title of honorary director of the Institution. The shoe museum is unique in its kind. Its importance lies in the fact that it includes the entire history of footwear, with a large number of samples of both footwear and machinery dedicated to its production process, but also of the auxiliary industry, highlighting a large section for the manufacture of the last. The Footwear Museum carries out activities aimed at promoting quality Spanish footwear, highlighting the "Best Shoe in Spain Award for Women" on women's shoes, which is awarded annually. Multiple itinerant exhibitions are also held with attendance at sector fairs.
With an extension of 61.69 km2 and close to 12,000 inhabitants, Albatera is becoming a modern and cosmopolitan city in keeping with the society that inhabits it, located very close to the coast, only 20 km., But that preserves the values traditional and tranquility that characterizes the interior municipalities of the province of Alicante. Its name comes from the Arabic "al-uatira", which means, path or path, place name that with the passage of time becomes Latinized becoming the current Albatera. Its pleasant climate, with an average annual temperature of 18º, favors a magnificent stay at any time of the year. The cordiality and the character of its people make the visitor feel at home. Discover its traditional gastronomy, its cultural events and social life, and its typical and varied parties, which extend throughout the year. Albatera, land of pomegranates, fig trees and lemon trees, of traditions and customs that offer the visitor the possibility of approaching a way of life and know how to make typical and unique, is an indisputable visit for all those who come to the Region of the Vega Baja . Its archaeological record dates back to chronologies prior to our time, when these lands were populated by prehistoric cultures, Iberians, etc ... In the thirteenth century, in full Reconquista, Albatera was incorporated into the Crown of Castile, within the jurisdiction of Orihuela privilege of Alfonso X El Sabio on July 15, 1266. This is the oldest document found in which Albatera is mentioned. In the service of Jaime I, the Rocafull family enters the Kingdom of Valencia, becoming one of the most important noble houses of Orihuela and Albatera. In 1355, Mr. Fernando de Aragón rewarded the services rendered to Mr. Ramón de Rocafull by assigning him the place of Albatera, which became a manor. From the Palacio de los señores de Rocafull, located in the old town of the current Albatera, the Rocafull directed the political and social aspects of their environment, making Albatera an important place on the road between Valencia and Cartagena. On February 22, 1628, Felipe IV granted the title of Count of Albatera to Don Gaspar de Rocafull and Boyl. He will be followed by his son Ramón de Rocafull and this Guillén-Manuel de Rocafull. Grandfather, father and grandson, will be the promoters of the construction of the Church of Santiago Apóstol, jewel of the Levantine baroque, whose work ended in 1728. Coinciding with the completion of its construction, he died without offspring Guillén-Manuel de Rocafull, third Count of Albatera . At his death, the inheritance of the lordship of Albatera goes to the Dos Aguas family, settled in Valencia, in the figure of the Marquis Giner Rabaza de Perellós. Finally the crisis of the lordship and the disappearance of seigneurial rights will result in the new municipal administration during the nineteenth century.
The sea has marked the history of Santa Pola. The Iberians built a walled enclosure in the 4th century BC. C., to trade with the Greeks of Phocaea. The Romans strengthened a key Mediterranean port for maritime trade, the Portus Illicitanus, which had all the elements of a city: a fish salting factory, warehouses, the Roman House of the Palm Grove, market, necropolis, etc. From the s. XVI, Castillo-Fortaleza and Torres Vigía protect the population of Barbary pirates. Once expelled in the s. XVIII, definitely established the population center that would take the name of Santa Pola. The festivities of a village reflect the spirit of its people, the popular tradition and the history of the area. The history of Santa Pola is deeply linked to the sea, so its parties revolve around it. These are some interesting parties: March The "MIG ANY" of Moros y Cristianos takes place on the first or second weekend of the month of March, as a prelude to the Moors and Christians Festival that is celebrated half a year later, in September. March April During Holy Week, the streets of the city witness the various processions in charge of the different brotherhoods. On these same dates, a Medieval Market is installed in the courtyard of Castillo-Fortaleza. June On the Sunday closest to June 24, the "Romeria del Cap" takes place in honor of the Virgen del Rosario. July On the 16th the festival is celebrated in honor of the Virgen del Carmen, through masses, offering to the deceased sailors, procession and fireworks. September From August 31 to September 8 the festivities of Moors and Christians and Patron Saint Festivities are celebrated in honor of the Virgin of Loreto, with disembarkation, embassies, conquest and reconquest of Moors and Christians, parades, fireworks, floral offering to the patron saint , procession, children's games and sports competitions. December On the 10th the Coming of the Virgin of Loreto to Santa Pola is commemorated, with a small procession from the port to her chapel. According to legend, in 1643, a fishing boat bound for another port was forced to land in Santa Pola because of a severe storm; On the ship, an image of the Virgin of Loreto traveled as a passenger. When the storm subsided, the ship went to sea and had to return to port twice more before being able to leave, so the crew and authorities understood that the Virgin of Loreto wished to stay in Santa Pola. Christmas parties From December 21 to January 5, activities for children and young people are organized in the Plaza de la Glorieta. On December 31, the year is received at the rhythm of the chimes from the Castle. These festivities end on January 5 with the traditional Cabalgata de los Reyes Magos (Three Wise Men Parade).
Enter the confluence of the neighborhood of Benalúa and the one of La Florida, Alicante has a new park that has been constituted as a green lung for the area. It has many large trees that provide shade in summer, benches to enjoy the environment, playground for children, a multipurpose room for various municipal courses and monuments. The park is located in what used to be the tram depot and depot until 1962. It still retains some details that recall this era as the name of the park itself. In the same enclosure there is also a municipal heated indoor pool.
With an area of 80,000 square meters, Presidente Adolfo Suárez Park is the largest 'green lung' of San Vicente. It is located between the Canastell industrial estate and the urban area, behind the Hospital, which serves as the backbone between the industrial zone and the urban area. It has areas of trees, meadows, two artificial lagoons, wet areas, a traffic park and land reserve for sports equipment, cafeteria and other services. The project includes the planting of more than 600 trees, 40,000 shrubs and 15,000 square meters of grassland. From a viewpoint, where a monolith has been installed in homage to former President of the Government Adolfo Suárez, you can see the entire park and the city. The park has three accesses for the area closest to the urban area, the industrial estate and the northern zone.
The La Marjal flood park is located a short distance from San Juan beach, in an urban area developed on a land that formed a marsh in the past. It is a unique park that, in addition to the leisure and entertainment functions of all parks, fulfills another hydraulics function: in case of heavy rains it serves like glass of retention of pluvial waters, reducing the risk of flood in the low part of the district, being able to store up to 45,000 m3 of water. Inside the retention vessel there is a large pond surrounded by aquatic vegetation where you can observe the flora and fauna typical of the natural wetlands of Valencia (marjales). For the maintenance of water under suitable conditions, there is a recirculation circuit that includes a waterfall, a small pond and a river. A hill formed with the lands from the excavation of the retention vessel provides excellent views over the park and the Alacantí region, with the mountains in the background. It also recreates the mountain vegetation and the Mediterranean agricultural landscape. This park has been awarded by the Spanish Association of Parks and Public Gardens with the Alhambra prize for the best project of the year 2015.
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