Altea, Cultural Capital of the Costa Blanca
Altea is one of the most beautiful towns on the Costa Blanca. It may be because the Mediterranean Sea gives it a special color, for the generosity and good work of its people, or simply because it was created to be a magical place. The truth is that Altea is special and we will tell you a bit about it.
If you want to see apartments for rent in Altea either for vacation or short stays, or for long term rentals, at the bottom of this page you will find more information.What to see in Altea?
As its name indicates, Althaia (Altea) is a Greek word that means "she who is able to heal". And if you walk around Altea you will be able to cure much more than you imagine..., although in Arabic it means "watchtower" and seeing its location, its name is also quite accurate.
This town is a clear example of Mediterranean architecture, which is clearly focused on resisting the hot days. Its streets are dominated by white walls, handcrafted tile work, and the perfect combination of wood and terracotta.
It is not surprising that the rentals in Altea are always almost 100%, because it is an ideal place to spend your vacations.
If you walk around Altea, you will see incredible places that have served as a source of inspiration for countless artists, the "carrer del mar", the "carrer Sant Pere" and many places that will make you fall in love...
Museums in Altea
Altea offers countless advantages if you want to stay there for a while. One of them is the range of cultural offerings available, with museums of great importance.In the center of town you will find a foundation-museum of the German Eberhard Schlotter. The "Gallery Varga", located in the old town is a must visit and there you will see snapshots of the city that will forever remain in your memory. Another visit you can not miss is the "Museu de la Festa Moros i Cristians" which refers to one of the most important festivals of the population and of course, the visit to the "Museo Del Mar Altea", where you will perfectly understand the connection of this population with the sea, and which is located in the old shipyard.
The "Paseo Marítimo" (Seaside Promenade) and the "Mirador" (Viewpoint)
We begin our visit to Altea along its promenade. The promenade of Altea is one of the most peaceful places and the tranquility transmitted by the sea makes us disconnect from everything. At the same time, and if you turn your eyes from the sea to the town, you will see one of the most iconic and beautiful images of Altea; and if you do it at sunset, you will realize that you are in a magical place.Another noteworthy feature of this place is the incredible range of restaurants that are available, a luxury on the beachfront.
The Old Town of Altea
The old town is another of the things you can not miss if you come on vacation or on a visit to Altea. This area consists of houses coated with lime to avoid the heat, all within narrow streets, where again the Mediterranean architecture comes to the fore in their doors, windows and other architectural elements.
Strolling through the old town of Altea is an experience you cannot miss.
Strolling through the old town of Altea is an experience you cannot miss.
The Parish and the Church "Nuestra Señora del Consuelo"
This is undoubtedly the icon of the town. It is the one that crowns the old town and dates back to 1854, when the Chapel of the Holy Christ of Altea was inaugurated. You can see it on the inside in the following link:SEE THE CHURCH 360º
The Beaches of Altea
In Altea we can brag of authentic luxury beaches. Here are the most famous ones:- La Escollera
- Playa de Cap Negret
- La de la Roda
- Playa de la Solsida
- Playa del Mascarat
- La Olla
- a Barreta de Gualda
Near Altea there are also some other beaches and beautiful bays to visit (in Alfaz del Pi):
- Playa Del Albir
- Cap Blanch
- Cala del Metge
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INFORMATION ON RENTALS IN ALTEA
Holiday rentals in Altea
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