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The Costa Blanca / Valencia / Alicante Province region
The Costa Blanca or White Coast, has an average of 320 days a year of sunshine and maintains an average year round temperature of 24°C. According to the World Health Organisation the area has the "healthiest climate in the world". The beaches are famous throughout Europe with long stretches of soft white sand and sparkling clear Mediterranean sea. Each boasts the European Blue Flag awarded for clean beaches and totally unpolluted water.
Among its churches is the Iglesia de Santa Maria, which is the oldest church in the city and was built between the 14th and 16th centuries. It was once the main mosque during Moorish times. Its front comprises of two solid looking towers and wonderful Baroque stonework. The church houses several important works of art. The Cathedral de San Nicolas was built between 1616 and 1662 and stands over 45 metres tall. The Communion Chapel inside is considered to be one of the most beautiful examples of Spanish Baroque.
St Nicolas is the patron saint of the city so this Cathedral is one of the most important buildings in the city. The Monastery de la Santa Faz is 5km from the city centre and is now used as a convent of the order of St Clare. Although being built in 1752, there are remains here dating from 1582 in the form of a defence tower.
Scattered around the city are numerous statues and columns dedicated to patrons of the city. Many of the roundabouts contain a monument of some description.
When it comes to museums, Alicante has its fair share. The archaeology museum, created in 1932 has an extensive collection of artefacts and is known to be one of the best in Spain. The museum is now housed in a new building and incorporates the most modern of multimedia displays.
Alicante area
The city of Alicante is known for its miles of sandy beaches , historical buildings and boulevards of shops.
The Costa Blanca lies on the east coast of Spain. to the south is the Costa Almeria and to the north, the Costa Dorada. Alicante has about 340 000 habitants (2005 numbers) and lies directly at the Mediterranean sea.
The Alicante weather in winter is around 16 ºC. In summer the average is around 32 ºC. Alicante time difference to GMT + 1 hour.
Alicante City has a regular ferry service to the Balearic islands and a growing International airport is nearby. Alicante also boasts a spacious harbour and amongst other historical features of the city, it has the Castle of Santa Barbara (Castillo de Santa Barbara), a huge medieval fortress overlooking Alicante from the north. It is easily accessible by a cable car up through the mountain from Jovellanas Avenue.
Alicante has many attractions. It has stunning beaches, great weather, well-priced real estate property, cheap flights and nice hotels and also a great nightlife if you can handle the late hours.
Apart from quaint Spanish towns like Benitachell and Aspe and popular tourist/expat destinations such as Altea, Javea, Calpe and Denia, there is the very popular Benidorm which lies 45 minutes drive north of Alicante.
Benidorm is very popular due to it's many bars, restaurants and fun attractions for kids and adults, such as Terra Mitica, Terra Natura, Mundomar and Aqualandia amongst the many options.
All-in-all the Alicante region of Spain is a great place to either unwind or to have an adventure, depending on what you are looking for and with a large expat community, it is no wonder many British people choose to live or work here.
Alicante city combines both classic and modern societies, living in harmony. It offers business and pleasure, entertainment and education. its history reaches back to prehistoric times with remains being found here from the third century before Christ. Today, Alicante is a first rate tourist centre thanks to its splendid beaches, excellent climate and well known facilities.
Besides its golden beaches and impressive Paseo Maritimo, Alicante has a wealth of history to offer the visitor and has an impressive mountain-top castle. The city also has a range of 18th century manor houses, all worthy of a visit.
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