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Top walks around Villajoyosa: Torre de Les Caletes

On November 15, 2019January 14, 2022 By viewfromlavilaIn Top walks around Villajoyosa1 Comment

A beautiful walk which takes you away from the crowded beaches of Benidorm into the Sierra Helada, ending at the ruined watchtower of Les Caletes. Spectacular cliff views.

Bikinis and the bishop; how sinful Benidorm got its Cross

On May 4, 2018November 13, 2021 By viewfromlavilaIn Things to do and see in and around AlicanteLeave a comment

Let's face it, Benidorm has a certain reputation. And its (allegedly) sinful past is the reason for the Benidorm Cross, the huge crucifix that overlooks the high rise hotels and the beautiful beaches.

The myths and legends of Puig Campana

On January 6, 2018June 10, 2022 By viewfromlavilaIn Things to do and see around VillajoyosaLeave a comment

If you look into the mountains behind Villajoyosa, one peak dominates the skyline; the one with the square gap in the summit, like a missing tooth. The Puig Campana. But how did that gap get there? Find out more about the legends of La Vila's mountain.

Seriously spectacular sea views; the Faro de L’Albir walk

On November 19, 2017January 15, 2022 By viewfromlavilaIn Top walks around Villajoyosa1 Comment

A gem of a walk to Albir Lighthouse along the slopes of the Serra Gelada nature reserve with an amazing panorama across the bay to Altea.

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