Altea is an interesting place with a mixture of old and new places for tourists and locals to enjoy. One of the famous places that you are going to be amazed with in Altea Spain is the church with blue dome. This church is called Nuestra senora del Consuelo. The church has symbolic images and attractive geometrical design.
If you are looking for a one of a kind recreational activity, the best place to go to is in the Plaza. This place is a paradise for artists and writers because of its tranquility and peaceful ambience. The one stop shops for art aficionados and vacationers who are looking for gift items to give their loved ones at home are the Old Town Centre. Different handicrafts and art works are sold at a very reasonable price in the town center.
You can also witness the wide sea promenade at the foot of the hill. This is called Avenida del Rey Jaime. There are several pebble beaches with shingled bathing areas. Some of the famous beaches in Altea are Avenida del Rey Jaime, Playa de la Roda, Playa de cap negret, L’Olla and Cala del Soio. You can also find cypress trees around the small village intersected by a Way of the Cross. There are also ancient fortress that is an additional attraction to tourists who are going to visit Sierra de Bernia and Font del Garroferet. You can also chat with your friends when you go to the clean Promenade where you can find plenty of cafes.
Aside from the beautiful vacation spots in Altea you can also head to the wonderful neighboring towns such as Calpe and Benidorm. You will also get to discover the city’s major attractions when you rent a car. Some sights to behold include the Church of Altea and the beach of Albir. You will also see the skyscrapers of Benidorm just by driving a rental car.
If you are fond of merry making, Altea has a wide range of fiestas that take place all throughout the year. Some of the famous fiestas that tourists and locals are participating in are Feast of San Lorenzo and Castell de L’Olla celrated during the 12th -14th of Aguust. The Moors and Christians Festival taking place every month of September is another tourist attraction in Altea. It is culminated in a vibrant fireworks display. This is one of the festivals that allow tourists to savor every happy moment in this astounding city.
