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There are a lot of attractive towns and countryside within an easy drive of Denia. Some of the best known places to visit are:
| Guadalest |
South-west of Denia, Guadalest boasts a Moorish castle perched dramatically
on the edge of a steep slope. Other town attractions include small museums and gift shops. The Guadalest valley
is also worth exploring with its high mountain peaks and a fertile valley full of fruit and nut trees. |
| Gallinera Valley |
North-west of Denia, the lovely valley of Gallinera, also known as the cherry valley,
is best seen in the Spring when the blossom of the almond and cherry trees covers the slopes in pink and white.
Many quaint and traditional villages can be found along the valley including Alcala, Margarida, Benialfaqui and Benitaya. |
| Xativa (Jativa) |
North-west of Denia, Xativa has some wonderful plazas, fountains and
buildings, many dating from the 18th century. It is dominated by a fortress which offers birds-eye views
of the surrounding area. A twice-daily tourist train runs between the town and the castle. |
| Javea |
South of Denia, Javea is a delightful fishing port with a fine beach
and historical buildings & churches. Well worth a visit. |
| Calpe |
South-west of Denia, Calpe's most famous landmark is the
Penon de Ilfach, a dramatic headland soaring 330m up from the sea and geologically related to the Rock of
Gibraltar. Calpe also has some lovely beaches and is a charming town in its own right. |
| Algar Water Falls |
Beauty spot near Callosa D'en Sarria with water falls, pools, and paths along the riverside. Take a towel: it's difficult to resist going in!
There are lots of restaurants and souvenir shops along the road to the water falls and also several other attractions have set up nearby including the Algar Cactus Co |
| Cuevas del Canelobre |
www.showcaves.com
. Cave complex famous for its high cathedral-like ceiling and unusual rock shapes and forms. |
| Cueva de las Calaveras |
www.showcaves.com
. These caves are close to Denia, near the village of Benidoleig: the name translates as "Cave of Skulls!" |
| Alicante |
The city of Alicante is well worth a visit, with wide palm-tree lined avenues,
a castle, and many grand buildings and churches. Take a walk along the Explanada close to the seafront and stop
for refreshments at one of the many cafes and bars. |
| Valencia |
Valencia is a leading cultural city with many historic buildings and
monuments and fantastic gardens. Also some striking modern architecture and very cosmopolitan atmosphere. Some good places to go in Valencia:
Science Museum
Aquarium
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For those with familes, some of the attractions for the young and young at heart in and around Denia include:
| Terra Mitica Theme Park |
www.terramiticapark.com
. Fantastic theme park very near Benidorm.
Approx 40 minutes drive away, or by train with connecting shuttle bus (combined train / park entrance
tickets are available). Roller coasters, flumes and lots of other fun and exciting rides plus
live shows, and plenty of restaurants and souvenir shops, all set in a huge park with the
theme of Mediterranean history. |
| Terra Natura Theme Park |
www.terranatura.com
. Right next door to Terra Mitica, very near to Beniform, Terra Natura is a new theme park aimed at the
whole family and at all ages. It is based on a journey to exotic places in Europe, Asia and America
to discover the folklore, culture, customs, gastronomy, crafts, and the flora and fauna of these three continents in
just one day. There are 1,500 animals in the park belonging to 200 different species, 54 of which are endangered.
The site also has a water park and a children's games area.
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| Aqualandia Water Park |
www.aqualandia.net
. Large water park in Benidorm: lots of slides, pools and generally anything wet and watery. |
| Mundomar Marine Park |
www.mundomar.es
. Marine & wildlife park with flamingos, turtles, seals, penguins, dolphins, a bat cave and parrots, plus shows, childrens park, restaurants etc. |
Desafio Medieval |
www.desafiomedieval.com. Medieval banquet evening with themed shows, jousting etc. |
| Boat Trips |
www.mundomarino.es
. Regular boat trips from Denia including coastal cruises, beach parties and evening cruises plus special events,
glass-bottom boat trips and scuba diving courses. |
| Jet-Skis / Water-Skiing |
www.maremotojets.com
. Boat hire, jet-skis and water-skiing, including tuition, excursions and circuits. |
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