Reasons to visit the city of Alicante in Spain

Of all the central provincial capitals in Spain, Alicante is the most influenced by tourism, thanks to its nearby airport and resorts. However, it is a vibrant, attractive Spanish city with a castle, old quarter and long seafront promenade. The food, the spectacular scenery and the nightlife are absolutely legendary. The nightlife here is incredibly busy on weekends and noisy all year round.Did you know that Alicante has 218 km of coastline with beautiful beaches and 330 days of sunshine a year? With these characteristics, this sunny destination is loved by many travelers who want to explore Spain. But what does the second largest city in Valencia have to offer its visitors, other than good weather? It also has friendly people, good food and a lot of history hidden in the central streets.

Head to Alicante because there are 10 good reasons to do so:

1. "Tabarka Island" - With no cars and only 30 inhabitants, this small island is perfect for stopping in time and enjoying the Mediterranean.
2. Santa Barbara Castle is one of the best preserved castles in the area, from where you can enjoy unforgettable views at sunset!
3. Take a stroll along the sea at Explanada de España or Rambla de Méndez Núñez.
4. Here you can try rice dishes in every type and form. But "arroz banda" should become your favorite of Spanish cuisine.
5. Stroll through the streets of white houses in the Santa Cruz neighborhood, which is the oldest in the city.
6. Starting a Saturday day in the city center with all the locals is one of the best plans to have a tasty drink and enjoy the day. The Central Market is a good place to start an unforgettable holiday!
7. Explore the beach of Postiguet, which is ideal for swimming and is considered one of the most famous beaches in the city, as well as in the Valencian Community.
8. The Santa Pola salt flats, located just a few kilometers from the city, offer breathtaking views that seem like they are from another world.
9. MARQ - Archaeological Museum of Alicante, which was named "Best European Museum" in 2004. It tells the history of this city and has modern photos.
10. Discover the beauty hidden in the cliffs of Cabo de las Huertas, near San Juan Beach.

The province of Alicante is marked by the Costa Blanca tourism brand. It has a typical Mediterranean landscape with beaches surrounded by mountains. The province hosts six festivals of international tourist interest: the Bonfires of San Juan on a summer night in Alicante; the International Habanera and Polyphony Competition in Torrevieja; the Moors and Christians Festival in Villajoysa and Alcoy; the Secret Plays of Elche and the Palm Sunday procession in the city of Elche. The city of Elche is also home to the Palmeral de Elche, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Alicante has many archaeological sites that belong to the Mediterranean Basin of the Iberian Peninsula, also declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.Alicante, better known as a seaport for many centuries in the history of Spain. It is located in the center on the Mediterranean coast. The air in the city always remains permeated with the smell of the sea. On the other hand, such a favorable location of Alicante has made it one of the best seaport cities in Spain. There are long promenades paved with black, red and cream marble stones. They seem to resemble the waves of the Mediterranean Sea. You will be pleased to know that Alicante has one of the most beautiful promenades in Spain, called Paseo de la Obiasnada.