Article Written By: GilbertRobbins
Alicante in Spain is embedded with the most beautiful beaches, fun filled attractions and a family friendly vibe all present here waits to welcome thousands of tourists every year. This most enchanted city is perfectly situated between the frenzied heat of the Costa del Sol and the cooler Costa Dorada to the north of Spain. The 'White Coast is just that-miles and miles of pristine sands in one of the world s most beautiful regions- Alicante. So, where better to go on your Spanish holiday than the city of Alicante itself, the heart of the Costa Blanca, where centuries of culture co-exist with a vibrant city life and those gorgeous beaches. Alicante has Airport, too - so you're a two-hour flight away from the Costa Blanca holidays of your dreams.Alicante's white sands alongside a beautiful harbour, and it's particularly pleasant to take an afternoon stroll here watching the yachts and ships set off into the blue horizon. If you've got itchy feet at sunset then do not miss the view from the city's cliff-top castle, Castillo de Santa Barbara, commanding jaw-dropping vistas of the coastline and the city by the dark red sky.There is always more to explore beyond the beaches of Alicante. The city abounds with ancient architecture, such as the medieval blue-domed church of Santa Maria with its Michelangelo-inspired lettering. Rent a car to visit these places as you don t waste time looking for transportation and can move freely to these places. Children can enjoy the streetcar rides around the wide, palm-strewn streets to your destination, be it the nearby safari parks packed with exotic wildlife, or out of the city (and recorded history) to the prehistoric caves and Iberian ruins around the borders. There are numerous museums located here, some of the finest in Spain in fact - so history buffs can content themselves on their Alicante holidays. The most vibrant celebrations here are in the summer, from the rollicking giddiness of the Bonfires of St John on 24th June, to August's more reverent Misteri d'Elx, an open air play to celebrate the Assumption. This summer if you re planning your Alicante holidays, there's a very good chance that something will be commemorated. The daily street market at Explanada d'Espanya is the place to go for anything from almonds and fruit to hand-crafted jewelry and clothes - so don't miss it during your visit. Get a car hire in Alicante so that you can drive to nearby places and can enjoy your holidays at leisure.
This Article Has Been Published on Wed, 2 Mar 2011 and Read 232 Times