• Feast of St. Anthony - June 11-13,
• Cap Blanche Feast of St. Juan - June 24,
• El Fornet Feast of St. Pedro and the Virgin Carmen – July
• Feast of St. Jaime - Cap Blanche
• Feast of St. Anne - July, Altea la Vella (2 km from Altea)
• Feast of St. Lorenzo - 1-15 August, Castel del Oya

Monuments:

• The ruins of Fort de Berny (XVI century).
• Watchtower Torre de la Bellaguarda (XVI century).
• Watchtower Torre de la Galera (XVII century).

BENIDORM

BENIDORM- Benidorm - the largest tourist resort coast Costa Blanca. is one of the most famous resorts in Spain. The city is located in the Alicante province autonomous region of Valencia, on the Bay of Benidorm. A large modern airport of Alicante El Altet is only 40 minutes drive from Benidorm;

Giant Rock, at sea. forms the symbolic center of the bay, giving it the shape of two interlocking crescents. From the land the city is surrounded by high mountains which protect it from sudden changes in weather and cold northern winds. Exceptionally favorable geographical position creates a unique natural microclimate, characterized by an even temperature control of air and water, and virtually no cloud cover.

The beaches of Benidorm are among the best in Mediterranean and regularly confirm their status by winning the "blue flags" from testing the purity of water and sand. – Levante, Poniente and Mal Pas. Together they make up 274,424 square feet;

Climate

Benidorm is 2.900 hours of sun in summer and 500 in winter. The average annual temperature on the coast ranges from 17 ° C to 32 ° C, with an average temperature of 12 ° C - 16 ° C in winter and 24 ° C - 26 ° C in summer.

Temperature in Benidorm can reach 29 ° C in the sun, but here a pleasant breeze blows and the shadow it is much lower. There are no sharp changes in temperature. From December to March sea temperature is about 15 ° C.

Leisure and Recreation

In addition to sun and sea, Benidorm offers any educational and recreational activities, charming places to visit:

• Terra Mitica - the youngest a theme park in Spain. Embodies the idea of the legendary Mediterranean civilization. The park is divided into five thematic sections: Rome, Egypt, Greece, the Iberian Peninsula and the part on the journey of Ulysses. Each area has its own characteristics, peculiar only to her, attractions and entertainment.
• Aqualandia - one of the biggest water parks in Spain Mundomar - dolphins, seals, exotic birds
• Benidorm Palace Hotel - the best in Spanish classical ballet and various shows Sightseeing Tours - Bus Tour in Guadalest, Finestrat, Orcheta, Sella, Altea, to the Algar fountains and the city of Valencia.
• Travel by boat to the island of Benidorm.
• Water-skiing - the only platform in Spain for water skiing.
• Water sports - scuba diving, sailing, windsurfing. Adventure Tours - Jeep safaris, bicycle tours, mountain climbing.

Holidays

In Benidorm, held annually for more than fifty different events, each of which has its own special appeal and charm. That's more than any other city in the world.

The most colorful festivals are:

• March 17-19. Fallas (huge sculptures made of papier-mache, which is burned at the end of the holiday). This holiday was brought to Benidorm from Valencia. Easter. The religious celebration of Holy Week. June. Hogueras de San Juan. This festival is similar to Fallas its sculptures out of papier-mache and bonfires. He was brought in Benidorm come from Alicante.
• June. Celebration de la Virgen Romeriya del Rocio. Very colorful festival, which lasts three days. He was brought from Andalusia. On holidays people wear traditional Andalusian costumes and organize festivals and dances. July. Song Festival at Benidorm.
• October (first weekend of the month) and the Peasants' Feast of Moors, which highlights the battle that took place during the XIII-XV centuries. The holiday is a theatrical performance on the streets. The climax takes place in a fortress built in the Plaza Triangular. Beautiful costumes Moors and peasants, and music (much of which is composed specially for the holiday) is truly impressive. The holiday lasts three days. November (the second weekend of the month). The holiday's patron saint - in honor of the patron saint of Benidorm, it lasts more than a week.
• Apart from religious celebrations are held as parades, sporting events, dances, fireworks and a parade. Everyone feels welcome at festivals, and many tourists choose their vacation time so that it coincided with some holidays they enjoyed in the past.
• Property in Benidorm is in great demand as a inastrantsev and the Spaniards. Mostly built apartment in Benidorm, high-rise buildings, but there are areas where building luxury villas with panaramnym overlooking the sea.

CALPE

Calpe- a city in the Valencia community, located on the Mediterranean coast in the north of Alicante province in the regional area of Marina Alta (Marina Alta), between Valencia and Alicante, - both cities have international airports and excellent rail and bus to Calpe.

Calpe on the coast of majestic Peñón de Ifach (Peñon de Ifach) - a rocky promontory 332 m in height, stretching into the sea at one kilometer, and the old lookout tower on top of it is a symbol of the Costa Blanca.

Calpe has the official status of protected parkland, on its territory (over 50 sq. km..) Are more than 300 plant species, some of which are included in the lists of rare and endangered species. Climb to the top you can make in one day on a tourist trail. Also near to Calpe is another natural park - Parque Enginent, covering about 5 square meters. km., a well equipped recreation area, barbecue area and children's playgrounds.

In addition, along the coast from one bay to another beautiful stretch beautiful beaches. Another attraction is Calpe Salinas - salt lake, which since the days of the Romanesque era produced salt extraction.

As of 2009 in Calpe resides about 28 000 people

Climate

The climate is mild, the average annual temperature - about +20 º C. In winter the temperature is about +5 º C, and in summer - up to +40 º C. The number of sunny days per year - about 300.

Culture & Recreation

The city has many monuments, museums, cathedrals and churches. Cathedral in the old town - La Iglesia Antigua - the only surviving monument in Valencia Gothic-Moorish style "Mudejar". Cathedral altar belongs to the XV century. In the city the remains of the ancient city wall, previously surrounded the fortress Castillo de Calpe.

Walls of the houses of the old quarters are decorated with beautiful murals. The town is an archaeological museum, the Museum of the festive costume, Ethnological Museum, the museum collection items and lithography.

The convenient location of Calpe lets you choose to practice virtually any sport. Swimming, diving, surfing and different kinds of boating, water skiing, jet skiing and much more - for lovers of sea sports. Golf, tennis, squash, rock climbing and caving - for fans and underground sport.

Gastronomy

Calpe embankment stretches along the coast of almost 3 km. Along it are numerous cafes and restaurants, which is represented as a traditional Mediterranean cuisine and the cuisine of many nations around the world.

Today, maritime culinary traditions Calpe attract many admirers. Famous fish range attracts gourmets: in any of the restaurants on the coast you can enjoy the entire range of the freshest seafood.

Kitchen in Calpe traditionally based on rice and fish. There is also a well-known traditional dish of the fisherman - is called «Launa de Calpe», which resembles a fish stew containing various types of fish, garlic, olive oil, red pepper, parsley, saffron and, of course, salt and water.

Past 20 years, bought a property in Calpe, mostly Germans, but today this place is a favorite, for Russians.

DENIA

The pearl of the Costa Blanca town called Denia. This city is conveniently located between major cities in Spain: Valencia and Alicante, where the international airport. Denia is located on the site of ancient Greek colony. The city's name is associated with the Roman goddess Diana, the temple which was excavated arheolagami. In the subsequent history of these places reigned Arabs. At the top of the mountain Montgo, which is an ornament of the area, are the ruins of the Arab castle.

To date, Denia is a resort town, with its small port, where ferries to the Balearic Islands, and for a few hours drive you can get on Mallorca or Ibiza.

The city draws its beautiful beaches, stretching about 19 km. From pebbles and sand, and rocky coastline. To the north of the city center extends for miles sandy beaches of Les Marines, Les Bovetes, Les Deveses y L 'Almadrava. To the south - the rocky coast of Les Rotes with small coves and pebble beaches.

In other beautiful places in the northern Costa Blanca dominates the rocky shore and there are only urban beaches.

Climate

Climatic conditions at the coast are not inferior to the famous Canary Islands. Here, at least 325 sunny days a year. Sea with crystal clear water, fresh air and good ecology.

Culture and Holidays

In Denia and surrounding cities can be fun to relax. The whole world is known folk Spanish bullfight with the bulls. No less interesting masquerade with songs, music and fireworks. Throughout the year, excellent opportunities for sailing, hiking, tennis, golf, horseback riding, etc.

Gastronomy

The Spaniards admit that Denia - the capital of the Costa Blanca on the art of cooking seafood (National paeya, royal lobster with garlic sauce). On the coast and in the old part of town is a huge number of restaurants and small eateries where you can sample a variety of gourmet cuisine of Spain.

Recently, real estate on the Costa Blanca is the most popular among Europeans clients than properties in other regions of Spain.