The Old Town Of Alicante

Alicante as a holiday destination

Millions of people visit Spain every year during their holiday attracted by the beauty of the country and the huge list of opportunities of entertainment. It is very difficult to get bored in Spain because the country has many things to offer.

First of all, you will be impressed by the beauty and the diversity of the landscapes that will leave you breathless; secondly the number of historical and cultural cities is enormous.

Then there are the traditions and the customs, the delicious tapas and the dishes containing seafood, the stretched beaches, the sunny coasts, the passionate flamenco and the dangerous bullfighting.Is there any possibility not to fall in love with Spain? Of all the seaside holiday resorts in Spain, Alicante is one of the most popular and famous ones.

It is a vibrant and joyous city with a rich heritage culturally, historically and artistically speaking and it enjoys the perfect Mediterranean climate. Alicante really is a perfect holiday destination as it is a complex city from all points of view.

The old town of Alicante

Going to the beach and spending long relaxing hours on the delicate sands is not the only activity in Alicante; you have to be a very active tourist if you want to get to know the essence of the city and to visit all the places and monuments that deserve your attention.

Of all the sightseeing spots, the Old Town or El Barrio is the most important attraction. The modern city still gives a lot of importance to its old part which is absolutely charming, offering the possibility to get to know the past of the city.

The Old Town patiently waits for its visitors hidden between the Promenade, the Rambla Avenue and the beautiful Santa Barbara Castle. Once you discover it, you will be charmed by the medieval, narrow and cobbled streets packed with traditional restaurants, bars and pubs that serve the delicious tapas.

Due to the fact that it is situated close to the harbor, you easily get wonderful views towards the sea and the palm trees that guard the promenade give it a very romantic atmosphere, perfect for a night spent on the streets of the Barrio, wandering around.

The Muslim Mosque, the Santa Maria Basilica and the Calle Mayor Street are just a few of its attractions. Visit it and let yourself guided by your instincts, trying to discover it bit by bit.