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Bargain hunt – shopping and people watching in Villajoyosa’s markets

On January 4, 2018February 6, 2020 By viewfromlavilaIn Food in Spain, Things to do and see around VillajoyosaLeave a comment

Why go shopping in a soulless supermarket when you can buy from a Spanish mercado? They’re lively, great for people-watching and you never know when you’ll pick up a bargain. Villjoyosa has two, both well worth a visit. And there's also the elegant Mercado Central down the coast in Alicante.

Exploring the old town of Villajoyosa

On December 30, 2017June 23, 2022 By viewfromlavilaIn Things to do and see around Villajoyosa, Top walks around Villajoyosa2 Comments

The brilliantly colourful fishermen's houses in the old town are the iconic image of Villajoyosa. But there's much more to the "casco antiguo" than just the picture postcard seafront. Take a stroll through the narrow streets and pretty squares to sample the atmosphere of the old town and absorb a little of its history.

Top walks around Villajoyosa: the harbour to Malladeta

On December 29, 2017April 29, 2022 By viewfromlavilaIn Top walks around VillajoyosaLeave a comment

Stroll along Villajoyosa seafront, across the river and out to the ruined clifftop tower at Malladeta for a spectacular view along the coast.

What did the Romans ever do for Villajoyosa?

On December 29, 2017November 20, 2021 By viewfromlavilaIn HistoryLeave a comment

Quite a lot as it happens! Find out about the fascinating legacy the Romans - and their predecessors - left behind.

Top walks around Villajoyosa: La Vila to Playa de Torres

On December 27, 2017November 29, 2021 By viewfromlavilaIn Top walks around VillajoyosaLeave a comment

This 45 minute stroll from Villajoyosa to Torres is a nice mix of cliff top walking, beautiful sea views and a little history.

Top 10 things to do in Villajoyosa

On November 19, 2017June 27, 2022 By viewfromlavilaIn Things to do and see around Villajoyosa5 Comments

Villajoyosa (aka La Vila Joiosa) is a rare find on the Costa Blanca; a pretty seaside town that hasn’t been overwhelmed by tourism. It's my favourite place in Spain; just as well, because I live there a fair chunk of the year! Try these top things to do and see.

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