Alicante
It is considered the capital of the eastern Spanish coast and the main resort of the Costa Blanca
Alicante is a resort town in the east of Spain, the center of the province of the same name. It is considered the capital of the eastern Spanish coast and the main resort of the Costa Blanca. Alicante is a place where you can find almost everything a tourist needs: the sea and snow-white sandy beaches, rich history and attractions (from a medieval fortress to a classic Mediterranean old town with narrow cobbled streets). It is a dynamic and modern city, which is one of the best holiday destinations in Spain.
Alicante is located in the southeastern part of Spain on the Mediterranean coast. The province borders Valencia to the north, Murcia to the south, Albacete to the west, and is bounded by the Mediterranean Sea to the east. Alicante has mountains in the northern and western regions. The south is pretty flat. The Segura River flows eastward through the entire province. The climate is mild Mediterranean. Summers are hot and dry, winters are very warm.
Santa Barbara Castle is one of the largest medieval fortresses in Spain and the most famous attractions of Alicante. It is located on the top of Benakantil mountain at an altitude of 166 meters with a beautiful view of the city and the bay. The fortress has Moorish roots. The last reconstruction of the castle dates back to the 16th century. The best time to visit this place is morning or evening.
The Church of St. Mary is one of the main attractions of Alicante. It was built in the Gothic style between the 14th and 16th centuries on the ruins of a Moorish mosque. The church has a richly decorated Baroque facade, among which it is worth highlighting the image of the virgin by sculptor Juan Bautista Borja. The main altar is made in Rococo style.
The Cathedral of St. St. Nicholas of Bari was built in the XVII century in the Renaissance and Baroque style. It is located in the old town near the town hall. The church has a beautiful blue dome and a beautiful garden.
Casco Antiguo is a charming area in the old town, more like a Spanish village. Locals are proud of their houses, decorate balconies and thresholds with fresh flowers and paint on shutters.
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