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A Holiday in Alicante - For an exotic Spanish

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Alicante is an impressive Spanish city with plenty to offer for those looking for an extraordinary vacation. From stunning shopping experiences, refreshing beaches and rich delicacies to striking architecture, this city of Spain has a combination of entertainment, enjoyment, relaxation, rich history and peaceful environment.

Given below are some of the things not to miss when holidaying in Alicante:

Santa Barbara Castle

Situated above the Benacantil mountain at the north entrance of the city, this tourist attraction is a beautiful castle built by Arabs. The castle also provides a breathtaking view of the harbor along with the Mediterranean Sea. Tourists and visitors holidaying in Alicante visit this castle for its display of Spanish sculptures along with striking corridors, passages, dungeons and rooms. Located 166 meters above sea levels, Castillo de Santa Barbara was constructed as a point of defense during the Moorish rule.

Paseo de la Explanada

Tourists and visitors love to take a walk olong its remarkable promenade situated along the waterfront. This tourist attraction is quite popular and worth visiting when on a holiday in Alicante. The best way to rejuvenate and refresh while enjoying your Alicante holiday is by taking a stroll along the walkway surrounded with the beautiful seafront and palm trees. The beauty of this walkway is highlighted with pavements which are decorated with white, cream and red marbles. Not only can tourists and visitors enjoy the scenic beauty but they can also make their stroll more pleasurable by visting the shops, café and ice cream parlors situated olong the street.

Archaeological Museum of Alicante

When holidaying in Alicante you should not miss the famous archaeological MARQ museum, Museo Arqueological Provincial de Alicante. This tourist attraction is among the best museums in Spain and features rooms like the Iberian art room, Roman culture room, modern age room, middle ages room, prehistory room, science room and archeology room.

Beaches

Those on a holiday in Alicante can relax and enjoy their vacation by taking a trip to any of its nine exotic and lively beaches. Some of the best Alicante beaches to visit include El Postiguet, Playa Del Saladar, Playas De Benidorm, Playa De San Juan, Torrevieja, Guardamar, Denia, Javea and Calpe.

Old town of Alicante

This tourist attraction is the old town with attractions like the Cathedral of San Nicholas de Bari and town hall. Many tourists and visitors on holiday in Alicante visit this town for its old houses, medieval streets and nightlife. At night the old town offers taverns, bars and pubs along with many eateries. Another major attractions of this town is its shops and medieval market offering amazing arts and crafts as well as beautiful souvenirs to take back home.

Best time to visit Alicante

The ideal time to holiday in Alicante is during the months of Autumn, Winter and Spring starting from November to January.

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