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	Adsubia Adsubia is located at the entry to the Vall de Gallinera, on the road linking Pego with Cocentaina and Alcoy. Though Iberian/Roman remains have been found in the vicinity, its present day location dates back to the Moorish period. Its economy is based on agriculture, especially oranges and other citrus fruits. White houses with curiously formed tiles on their roofs dominate the village. Three km from Adsubia, on the right-hand side of road to Cocentaina, are the village and castle of Forna. The castle is one of the great medieval castles of the leader Al-Azraq, with a square layout with four rectangular towers. Once independent, Forna was annexed to Adsubia in 1915. Today only a few foreigners and villagers remain. Back To Top
	L' Alfàs del Pi was originally an inland fortified village providing shelter from the Berber pirates. The name 'Alfàs' was originally Moor and means 'sown land'. Its traditional economy is linked to the land and the growing of fruits and almonds and the extraction of metals and gypsum. Tourism has served as a platform to develop the town, the people and the cultural activities of L' Alfàs del Pi. It has been possible to control the growth of the town by ensuring that residential developments respect a limit of 4 storeys and by guaranteeing that 50 % of developed land is made up of green areas. Of the 12,547 inhabitants, 6,000 are foreigners from some 54 different countries. To accompany these human and urban features L'Alfàs del Pi has also created an infrastructure destined to improve the quality of life of its inhabitants - a multi-sports stadium, Municipal Arts Centre, Health Centre and amenities for all are some of the various services on offer. The Sea promenade is known as the Promenade of Stars as it contains the names of famous actors who have visited L' Alfàs del Pi during the annual Cinema Festival in July. Back To Top
	Altea is situated on a hill whose peak rises above the white-tiled parish church. The magnificently jumbled and cluttered centre of the Old Town provides Altea with a special charm. When visiting, start at the Plaza del Convento and take the Pont de Moncau - this leads to the Vellaguarda district, an area of steep narrow cobble-stoned streets with balconies and small glorietas (circular intersections). In the Plaza, the cultural and leisure centre of Altea is the Church of the Virgen del Consuelo (Our Lady of Solace). Altea's peacefulness and tranquillity have made it a paradise for artists and craftsmen and their shops and stalls are scattered throughout the Old Town Centre. At the foot of the hill lies the wide sea promenade and the commercial street, the Avenida del Rey Jaime I. L'Olla is another much-frequented beach opposite a small island of the same name. In earlier times, Altea used to be situated on the road to the Sierra de Bernia and was called Altea la Vella - a small village intersected by a Way of the Cross that ascends to a Calvary surrounded by cypress trees. The Sierra de Bernia, with its Font del Garroferet and ancient fortress, are excellent reasons to visit the area. Back To Top
	Beniardá is a small village located between a reservoir of the same name and the Xortá and Serrella sierras. Although Beniardá is situated in the costal region it is a typical village of the Alicante mountain area with an architecture that provides glimpses of its Moorish past. Islamic foundations have been found in a house in the calle de la Torre. The village's economy is typically agricultural with dry land crops and fruits being grown. Back To Top
	Benidorm's beaches and range of leisure amenities explain why has it has become Costa Blanca's main tourist area. Benidorm has some of the best beaches in the world. The fine sand, cleaned daily, the quality of the services and the transparency of the water are the main reasons given by Benidorm's many visitors. There is a small cove between the Playa de Poniente and the old town centre, known as the Playa del Mal Pas, which can be reached from the port or from stairs that descend from the castle. The historical centre is located around the Canfali vantage point, which is the most emblematic image of Benidorm with a white stone balcony and a vantage point. The neoclassical church dedicated to St James the Apostle is also located in this area. The Levante beach can be reached from the Plaza del Castillo either by walking down through the narrow white streets, or through the town's commercial district. The Aiguera Park, designed by Ricardo Bofill, is Benidorm's largest park and divides the town in two. Benidorm's attraction lies in the variety of its leisure amenities, with a wide range of activities for foreign and national tourists, children, teenagers and pensioners. Back To Top
	Bolulla Those who enjoy hiking should stay in Callosa d'En Sarrià and experience places nearby that have remained unchanged for more than fifty years. This is certainly the case for Bolulla a farming village with a jumble of single-storied houses. Very few historical texts refer to Bolulla, though the village probably dates back to Moorish times when it was a farmstead. It was re-conquered by the troops of King Jaime I in 1254. The remains of Gartx castle are situated to the north of the municipal district, at the summit of mount Back To Top
	Callosa d'En Sarriá's curious name comes from Bernat d'En Sarriá, the first Christian feudal lord of Boronía, an area of Moorish influences and agriculture. He subsequently gave ownership to the Bou family, then the village became the property of Conde Orgaz, a descendant of the famous protagonist of the burial painted by El Greco that hangs in the Church of St Thomas in Toledo. The historical disputes regarding its ownership and the limits of its borders are due to its privileged access to water - Callosa is situated between the Guadalest and Algar Rivers, and is 3 km from the impressive waterfalls of the Algar River. The abundance of water and the mild climate have enabled produce such as almonds and vines to be cultivated in traditional terraces. Tropical produce such as kiwis, mangoes and especially medlar are also grown. Today Callosa is closely involved in the tourist market due to its proximity to Benidorm and Altea. It is a beautiful white and ochre coloured town with an old town centre where visitors can see an Old Quarter surrounding a unique church in whose vestibule a medieval arch is still visible. The remnants of the medieval walls can be seen, especially in the Plaça del Castell, where the feudal lord residence is located. Back To Top
	Calpe In the thirties writers such as Hemingway spent their summers in Calpe. Calpe's first hotel was established next to the Peñón Rock: the Ifach Parador. The Morro del Toix and the Peñón de Ifach mark the extremities of Calpe's bay. The Peñón de Ifach (=north in Phoenician) is the symbol of Calpe and, by extension, of the Costa Blanca. It is the highest rock in the entire Mediterranean and divides Calpe's shoreline in two. The limestone mass is 332 metres high and penetrates 1 kilometre into the sea, forming a first-rate geological feature. Since 1987, a Natural Park has preserved its unique ecological treasures such as the Ifach carnation. Prehistoric, Iberian, Phoenician and Roman remains have been found immediately next to the Peñón and on the isthmus which links it to the coast. At the foot of the Peñón are the 'Baños de la Reina' (literally, The Queen's Baths) that, in reality, was the site of a Roman 'factory' for the drying and salting of fish. There are 11 kilometres of sandy beaches and coves, like the one at La Manzanera where there are three buildings designed by Ricardo Bofill, and the Les Urques cove where scuba diving and fishing are possible. Calpe's attractions have made the village a tourist destination of note for both national and international visitors. Back To Top
	Denia, the capital of the Marina Alta, is a modern cosmopolitan city offering both visitors and residents a range of services. It owes its current import-ance to its being the historical city of the region, a city that was known in medieval times as the Marquesado de Dénia. Its name derives from the Latin name Dianium; Daniya was its Islamic name. The city experienced its period of urban and cultural glory when it became an independent Taifa following the division of the Caliphate of Córdoba during the 11th century. The historical centre of Denia contains the symbol of the city, its castle. The commercial centre is located in the calle Marqués de Campos and the adjacent streets. Dénia is a coastal city located to the north of the province of Alicante and has a 20-km coastline, made of small, beautiful coves. To the north there are the fine sandy beaches of Les Marines and Les Bovetes and the shingle beaches of Les Deveses and L' Almadrava (shingled) beaches which are craggy and rocky; to the south is the Les Rotes beach. The mild temperature, the annual average being 18º C, means that it is a pleasant place to stay. A monument was erected to the climate in the eighties. In the surrounding area there are Gothic ruins from the period of the Conquest and caves where potholing is carried out. Back To Top
	Els Poblets results from the combination of two small villages Setla-Mirarrosa and Miraflor, which in 1971 became Miraflor.The village was originally a Moorish farmstead belonging first to the Marquis of Dénia and then to the Condado de Parcent. The villages were traditionally linked to El Verger and, until very recently, were still part of its parish. When combined these are small villages which barely exceed one thousand inhabitants; their major attraction lies in the surrounding green landscape dotted with orange groves and a small area of coast where you can go underwater fishing. The area includes several residential housing estates where expatriate residents live all year round. Back To Top
	Finestrat Berber pirates used to attack Mediterranean coasts burning houses and taking prisoners. This is the origin of the watchtowers dotted along Alicante's coastline, and the reason why a section of Finestrat's coast is known as La Cala as it was land used for coastal defences. This historical fact, together with the nearby impressive Puig Campana massif, provides the peaceful town of Finestrat with a unique character. The town describes itself as representing both 'sea and mountain'. Today it is a town that combines agriculture with the service and tourism sector. The town has preserved the traditional features of a Mediterranean town and relaxing walks can be enjoyed in the area around the Church and to the Hermitage of the Remedio, constructed on a former Moorish castle, which provides a magnificent vantage point over the Marina Baixa. Back To Top
	Gata owes its name to the Gorgos River, also called the Jalón, which passes through the village before arriving at Jávea. The village has traditionally been associated with agriculture and esparto craftwork. The production of objects made out of esparto and palm is the source of wealth and prosperity; the village is located at the crossroads with the N-332 and the regional roads leading to Jávea and Dénia. Crafts shops display their products on the streets, and sometimes the highways, to the surprise of curious visitors, and make a picturesque sight. The houses, white with ivory lintels, give the village its regional character. The Church dates from 1535; the same year the village became an independent municipality from Dénia. Back To Top
	Jalón In 1472 the Moors living in Jalón sent a selection of wines to the Valencian Court and negotiated with traders in Jávea the sale of a product which in time would become the base of Marina Alta's economy: raisins produced in the traditional 'riu-raus'. Jalón's wines belong to the 'denominación de origen' of Alicante and raisins are still produced in small quantities. Today Jalón is the capital of the Pop valley and is a lively city with craft shops, wine cellars, restaurants and other establishments offering a range of services to tourists. Each Saturday a large flea market is held in the area of the Azud that specializes in antique furniture. Back To Top
	Jávea is located in the westernmost point of the Valencia's coastline. Frequent attacks from marauding pirates forced Jávea's inhabitants to settle 2 km from the coast in a walled town - these walls remained standing until 1877. The enclosure formed by the former walls now forms Jávea's historical centre, which is situated around the Gothic Church of San Bartolomé surrounded by whitewashed houses with iron grilles and lintels made out of golden porous 'Tosca' clay. In this area the Ayuntamiento, the Food Market, the Cultural Centre, the Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology and the Chapel of Santa Ana are all located within easy walking distance. Jávea has a 20 km coastline that stretches from the Cova Tallá to the Cala de la Granadella. There is an interesting mixture of beaches with soft sandy beaches (Arenal beaches), small, shingled beaches bordered by pine trees which are suitable for diving (Granadella beaches), and naturist beaches (Ambolo beaches). There are also small coves: Portichol and La Sardinera. A more traditional Jávea is found inland with orange groves that are protected from the harsh continental climate by the natural barrier formed by Montgó mountain, which extends to the north of Jávea and serves as a border between Jávea and Dénia. Back To Top
	Llíber is the smallest village (498 inhabitants) in the Vall de Pop region, situated next to the Jalón River (also called Gorgos) in a fertile valley whose northernmost reaches form the Sierra de Bernia and the Sierra del Castell de la Solana. The village has been traditionally linked to the nearby Jalón, from which it gained its independence. Its economy is based on agriculture, mainly dry-land crops, in particular grapes, oranges and almonds, and the traditional riu-raus (drying houses) once used for drying raisins can still be seen. Wine is also produced and marketed under the 'Vall de Xaló' by the Virgen Pobre cooperative; muscatel wines are a speciality. Back To Top
	Teulada/Moraira Teulada was a village populated by 52 old Christian families and dedicated to growing Muscatel grapes and raisins. The villagers built a beautiful late-Gothic church in honour of the patron saint, St Catalina. Prehistoric man, the Iberians and especially the Moors, all left remains in this coastal area. Teulada became a walled fishing village that was located slightly away from the coast for fear of Berber pirate attacks. Today both agriculture and fishing have given way to the tourism industry. The parish church, the hermitage of the Divina Pastora, the defensive tower, which rises over the Playa de la Ampolla and known as the Moraira Castle, are all architectural features of note. After the green fields covered in vines and riu-raus (traditional drying houses) we arrive at the Port of Moraira, a large tourist centre. Here there is a 8-km coastline with fine sandy beaches and transparent water. The San Vicente Ferrer Cooperative produces excellent award-winning wines with its Teulada grapes, the Marina Alta White and Muscatel. Back To Top
	La Nucia is an elegant residential zone with 69 housing estates inhabited all year by local and foreign residents, though this has not changed the customs and beauty of this peaceful village. The series of small rises (tossalets) that comprise the district are covered in green pine and fruit trees. The Aixortá and the Aitana provide protection from the cold northern winds and ensure an average annual temperature of 15º C. A good time to visit the village is on Sunday mornings when stalls selling second-hand goods stretch over several kilometres, constituting one of the most impressive markets of the province. Trips can be made to the old washhouse and up the road through the white houses, revealing a peaceful village that still enjoys its old customs. Back To Top
	Ondara is located on a small ridge that dominates the Alberca Valley and since Roman times the town has been strategically important - a Roman necropolis has been discovered in the vineyard area. Ondara has traditionally been linked to the Marquesado de Dénia, it also formed part of the brotherhood, was depopulated of its Moorish inhabitants in 1609 and was an Austrian supporter in the War of the Spanish Succession. The old town centre has preserved the higgledy-piggledy appearance of its former Moorish inhabitants. The town economy is mainly agriculture (especially citrus fruits), though as it is a medium-sized town it has provides a good level of services. Back To Top
	Pedreguer is a typical agricultural village located at the foot of the Muntanya Gran. The village is surrounded by abundant farming land on which fruits and vegetables are grown. The village also specializes in the manufacturing of bags, hats and leather goods. This is an original village - many of the façades of the houses are painted in vivid colours, which give the village a lively appearance. The village has several modernist buildings and on the Plaza Mayor is a structure entitled 'Porxens' where the market is held. Some beautiful police houses can be seen next to the Church, which is opposite the market. Back To Top
	Pego If you climb up the Figuereta you can see Pego's magnificent orchard area as the town is surrounded by an orange and green mantel; the marshes and the elegant tower of the Church of the Assumption can also been seen.This was an important town during the period of the Taifa of Dénia, and after Al-Azraq's uprising it became a royal domain and finally ended up as a property of the Duke of Gandía, who was part to the Borgia family. The War of the Spanish Succession destroyed its surrounding walls and 16 towers, although a few vestiges still remain. Pego's most emblematic monument is the Church of the Assumption with a beautiful triptych and a bell tower topped with small canons.The town has traditionally been associated with growing rice, though its proximity to Valencia has encouraged the growing of citrus fruits to the detriment of rice. Back To Top
	Polop The silhouette of Ponoch, the sleeping lion of Gabriel Miró, and the profile of the town with its tower and ancient cementery are emblematic of this attractive town. Polop is the place discovered by Gabriel Miró, whose house was situated at the beginning of the Guadalest road. Oscar Esplá lived here, as did Benjamín Palencia, whose workshop is still maintained. The famous Font dels Xorrets has 221 water spouts to offer the surprised visitor. The best walk is from here to the closed cementery, called by Gabriel Miró the orchard of crosses, which crowns the town. Polop still has the sharp local colour of the blue and white towns of the Alicante coast. Back To Top
	Senija is a village traditionally linked to Benissa, and only the A-7 motorway separates the two. The village is located at the foot of a small mountain and almost appears to be a continuation of it. There is a view over the fertile Plá valley from the mountain. The production of raisins has been the traditional occupation of the village, and is the source of the wealth of the modern Marina Alta. Today the inhabitants are primarily involved in farming, especially of citrus fruits and olives. The provision of services to the neighbouring populous costal villages is another activity. Back To Top
	Tárbena is located on the road between Callosa d'En Sarrià and Pego. It is the last village before entering into to the Pop valley via the Coll de Rates. Its former Moor inhabitants rose up against the order to expel them decreed by Felipe III. When the Moors lost their battle and were finally expelled from Tárbena the village lost its population. The viceroy of Palma de Mallorca sent 17 families to resettle Tárbena and the village acquired a new cultural identity. The characteristic feature of this village is its mountain landscape. It has a mild climate, though sometimes with sporadic snow, and offers visitors pure air perfumed with the aromatic plants of the sierra. Can Pinet is an establishment in the village renowned for its decor and its landlord, a restaurateur who cooks delicious meals. Back To Top
	Villajoyosa La Vila is the historical and administrative capital of the Marina Baixa; its economy depends both on shallow-water and deep-sea fishing. The town's relationship with the sea has been a determining factor in its history and culture and the town's overseas trade has produced La Vila's other typical industry: chocolate. La Vila has preserved many delightful features such as its afternoon fish auction and its colourful façades whose purpose was to ensure that sailors could see their houses from afar. The old walled town centre is a good place to stop and wander about. La Vila has 3.5 km of beaches, of note amongst these is the Centro beach, where the famous Moorish landing is celebrated and El Paradís beach. These are the best beaches, though there are other beaches such as the Xarco beach with a watchtower and the Torres beach with an attractive Roman/funereal Hercules tower. There is also a small cove, called Racó Conill, which is used for diving and naturism. The Bol Nou and la Caleta coves with their transparent water are also worth mentioning. Back To Top

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