Elegido por un Alicante Experto local, le traemos nuestra guía para 'Lugares imprescindibles - Costa Blanca'.
La Costa Blanca es una joya en el Mediterráneo con una rica historia, impresionantes playas y una cultura vibrante. Aquí hay una lista de lugares increíbles que no te puedes perder cuando visites esta hermosa región de España.
Comenzamos con el Castillo de Santa Bárbara, una imponente fortaleza en lo alto de una colina que ofrece vistas panorámicas asombrosas de Alicante. El casco antiguo de la ciudad también es imperdible, con sus pintorescas calles empedradas y encantadoras plazas.
Si buscas relajarte en la playa, no te pierdas la Playa del Postiguet, una extensa playa urbana con aguas cristalinas y arena fina. Otra parada obligatoria es la Cala del Moraig en Benitachell, una cala escondida con aguas turquesas perfecta para bucear.
Para los amantes de la naturaleza, el Parque Natural de la Sierra de Mariola ofrece increíbles rutas de senderismo y paisajes impresionantes. Por otro lado, el Valle de Guadalest sorprende con su espectacular castillo en lo alto de un acantilado y su embalse cristalino.
Además, no te pierdas la experiencia única de visitar las Salinas de Torrevieja, lagunas rosa que crean un paisaje surrealista y son el hogar de flamencos rosados. Por último, el hermoso pueblo de Altea, con sus casas blancas y calles empedradas, es un lugar encantador para explorar y disfrutar de la arquitectura tradicional.
Estos son solo algunos de los imperdibles de la Costa Blanca. ¡Descubre la magia de esta región mediterránea y sumérgete en sus maravillas culturales y naturales!
Canelobre Caves
The picturesque town of Busot is home to the spectacular Canelobre Caves. Only 24km from Alicante, these breathtaking caves are similar to a Gothic cathedral inside, and are well worth a visit.. These caves are believed to date back to 740AD but to have taken more than seven million yearsto be created by the water eroding limestone rock. The entrance used by visitors today was created during...
The Lavender Gardens
The Lavender Gardens in the Jalon Valley is a delightful haven for gardeners, nature lovers and artists, who will appreciate the beautiful flowers, fabulous views and relaxing atmosphere. Stepping through the lavender door is like walking into a secret garden, full of wonder, which appeals to all the senses. The brilliant colours and impressive mountainous backdrop are an artist's dreams. The a...
La Mata-Torrevieja Lagoons
More than 100 species of birds, amphibians and reptiles live in the La Mata-Torrevieja lagoons. Inside the nature park lie Torrevieja's salt lakes which produce 700,000 tons of salt a year. This is a must-see park for all nature lovers and bird watchers. The best time to visit is at sunset or sunrise, particularly if you are a photographer. You will find an abundance of wildlife particularly ...
Alicante Castle
Alicante's impressive castle is the main symbol of the city sitting high on the mountain top. It's a great day trip for all the family - and the views over the bay are amazing. Santa Barbara Castle is one of the largest medieval fortresses in Spain. It's a fabulous place for exploring dungeons, cannons and towers while finding out more about the people who lived there over the centuries. The cas...
Las Calaveras Caves
These magnificent caves are in the north Alicante region. There are some marvellous examples of rock formations within the caves. Said to be the largest caves in the world, they certainly are among the oldest and are said to be more than 50,000 years old. Inside you will find some amazing and fascinating examples of stalactites and stalagmites. While looking at the rock formations, you may t...
Rock of Ifach
The Penon de Ifach has been a symbol of the region since ancient times and would have been an important landmark for sailors in bygone days. Now it is a nature reserve offering a haven to many wild birds, mammals and reptiles as well as interesting flora and fauna. It has been declared one of the seven wonders of the Valencia community. There are several ways to walk around the rock, includi...
Rojales Caves - Cuevas del Rodeo
Rojales Caves - Cuevas del Rodeo The cave houses are a real hidden gem in Rojales, a true architectural underground masterpiece. Many of the caves have been beautifully restored and you really feel like you are in another world whilst wandering around them soaking in the beauty of the caves and their surroundings. There are over 20 caves that have been restored so far and others that await...
