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Spain - Costa Blanca - Calpe |
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Calpe sits in an ideal location, at the heart of the
Costa Blanca. The city is located 60 km from the city of Alicante, lying at the foot of the
Natural Park of Peñón de Ifach, ( Ifach Rock ). Calpe is dominated by the
towering 332m rock of Ifach set within a spectacular nature reserve. The city is easily
accessed by the A7 motorway and only a step away from some of the Costa Blancas other
popular resorts such
as Benidorm and Denia.
The economy of Calpe is mainly based on tourism and fishing. Many archeological sites
exist in the city, due to its strategic coastal location. Its rich history and
culture
can be explored in both the old town which plays host to many museums, and on the sea
front where there are the remains of a Roman villa, believed to be part of a fish farm.
For a unique experience it is possible walk over them and even swim alongside the Roman
ruins.
Calpe has three beautiful, sandy blue flag beaches which are safe for young children,
making it an ideal family resort. Calpe also has a wonderful modern marina sitting
alongside the old fishing port. Popular day trips are taken from here to nearby Benidorm.
The port has a nautical club and facilities for yachting, windsurfing and water skiing.
On land you can try the climbing facilities, tennis and cycling, which are all popular
activities. One of the most relaxing ways to see the surrounding coastline is by taking
a trip on the narrow guage railway that runs from Alicante to Denia, stopping at Calpe. |
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