Category: History

A day in Bolulla

A small village with 450 inhabitants Today we spend a day in Bolulla, the tiny village a few kilometers inland from Benidorm. Bolulla looks like a quiet magical place, like a small crack in time where we return to agriculture and crowded one-floor houses. There...

A day in Ibi

The cradle of ice cream Today we spend a day in Ibi, the town that forms part of the Foia de Castalla, a region of l’Alcoià. This area is one of the most interesting places in our geography as far as interior tourism is concerned....

A day in Pinoso

Wines, marble & footwear Today we spend a day in Pinoso, a town of gastronomy, wines, marble, and footwear. One of those villages that is worth visiting from time to time to enjoy its streets and especially its food. How to get there? The town...

A day in Relleu

Between the mountains Today we spend a day in Relleu, in order to discover a little of this small town surrounded and guarded by large rock formations. It rests peacefully between the mountains with the ever-present Puig Campana in the distance. How to get to...

Walking around Altea

A nice walking route Most people know the town of Altea from the white chalked houses and the old church that stands proud on top of the hill overlooking the Mediterranean. The old town surrounding this church breath a Bohemian and relaxed atmosphere with lots...

A day in Torrevieja

With the large salt lakes Today we spend a day in Torrevieja, the town in the southern part of Costa Blanca. The town is known for its large salt lakes but there is so much more to see and do. For example the beaches, the...

A day in El Campello

23 kilometers of coastline Today we spend a day in El Campello, the town of which many people think is part of Alicante. In fact, it is a town with an interesting history and lots to offer. Such as the long sandy beaches, the beach...

The caves of Canelobre in Busot

Enchanting cave The caves of Canelobre in Busot are one of the main touristic attractions on Costa Blanca. They are situated at a height of 700 meters above sea level in the Cabeza de Oro mountains. How to get to the caves of Canelobre in...

10 museums around the Costa Blanca

A little culture and history These 10 museums are just a small selection of museums worth visiting in Costa Blanca. At TheCostaBlancaGuide, we love culture and history and if you are like us, you will enjoy visiting these great museums around the Costa Blanca. Such...