| Perhaps one of the most famous tourist | | | | recipes in the warm evening sunshine. Alicante city |
| attractions is the Castle of Santa Barbara, | | | | also provides the perfect setting for various |
| situated high above the city on Mount Benacantil. | | | | Spanish festivals, one of which is St. John's Bonfire |
| This castle, dating back to as far as the 9th | | | | Festival. The festival takes place around the 24th |
| century AD, is a must for any visit to the | | | | of June and is unmissable for any tourist visiting |
| beautiful Spanish city. Along with this the San | | | | during this time. Relaxing in the evening around a |
| Nicolas Cathedral is a fantastic way to spend your | | | | mesmerising bonfire with hot chocolate and |
| day. Dating back to 1662 the Cathedral is thought | | | | friends, as well as enjoying the daily firecracker |
| to be one of the most awe-inspiring examples of | | | | displays, is a fantastic addition to any holiday. |
| Spanish Baroque architecture. | | | | According to its huge tourism development and its |
| Alicante's historical significance is not confined to | | | | popularity, there is a great range of hotels in |
| the Castle of Santa Barbara or the San Nicolas | | | | Alicante Spain to choose - from local or |
| Cathedral; in fact one of Alicante's most | | | | international chain hotels to bed and breakfast |
| resounding historical features is its port, which is | | | | accommodation. |
| now regarded as one of the most important | | | | Alicante is undoubtedly most known for its |
| ports in Spain. | | | | relaxing atmosphere and easy day-to-day goings |
| Getting from point A to point B in Alicante could | | | | on so, while a few historical visits may provide a |
| not be easier. With the use of the Alicante tram | | | | break from sun bathing, don't be afraid to relax in |
| and railway you'll find trips to destinations within | | | | all the amenities Alicante has to offer. Picturesque |
| and outside Alicante a far from daunting task. | | | | beaches stretching for miles are perhaps one of |
| However one of the most attractive aspects of | | | | the city's greatest assets. The average summer |
| Alicante city is its beautiful walks. A walk along the | | | | temperature of around 30 degrees Celsius, along |
| port may lead you to the Explanada de Espana, | | | | with the inviting Mediterranean Sea, lends itself |
| one of the loveliest promenades in Spain, | | | | perfectly to enjoying lazy days on the beach, |
| containing 6.5 million marble stones, and a great | | | | while the magnificent stretches of sand provide |
| meeting point in the evening or afternoon. | | | | an idyllic setting for a long walk in the evening. |
| Lined with restaurants, shops and cafes, Esplanada | | | | Alicante is a city also bursting with activity. |
| de Espana is a fantastic place to relax and | | | | Nightlife is yet another of the many attractions |
| experience the beauty of the city. Small hidden | | | | the city has to offer. Fuelled by the many |
| lane-ways supply hidden gems of clothing stores | | | | tourists, fun loving residents and always energetic |
| for the avid shopper while quaint cafes entice | | | | students, Alicante nightlife will satisfy any party |
| those inclined to winding down and watching the | | | | goers appetite. |
| world go by. | | | | Alicante is a city with everything to offer. From a |
| If traditional Spanish cuisine is a favourite Alicante | | | | host of historical sites to a wide array of shops |
| is the place to be. Mingle with the locals and enjoy | | | | and restaurants, Alicante is guaranteed to supply |
| simple Spanish dishes and delicious Mediterranean | | | | any visitor with a litany of happy memories. |
