Alcoy Moors and Christians Festival

The Alcoy Moors and Christians Festival is one of the most spectacular events to take place on the Costa Blanca. Part of the celebrations to honour St.George, patron saint of the region, is a re-enactment of the battle between the Moors and Christians, with the sound of swords hitting shields and blood curdling screams reverberating around the streets.

In preparation for the main battle, for two days the armies march around the town, to the sound of pipes and drums. All ranks are represented from the top officers down to the pitch fork carrying peasants.

The major battle takes place the day after St.George´s Day, 24th April, and explosions, fake gun fire, and plenty of smoke can be seen and heard all over Alcoi.

Great emphasis is put on the authenticity of this festival to make it as realistic as possible, and the end product gives a great insight into the proper battle which took place in the 13th Century.

Contact details: Alicante Tourist Office, Av. Federico, Soto 4, Engresuelo, 03001. Tel: 0034

965230160. Fax: 0034 965230155. E-mail: turismo@costablanca.es

When: April, (annual).

Entrance:.Free.

Opening hours: Various.

Getting there: Alcoy is 30km inland from Benidorm and Dénia. 40km from Alicante.

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10 Things You Do Not Know About Spain - maybe ?

How well do you know Spain?

Have a look below and see how much you didn´t know!

1 Spain is the third biggest country in Europe after the Ukraine and France, and is also the second most mountainous country in Europe after Switzerland.

2 Spaniards speak four official languages. Castillian is what most people refer to as Spanish. Galician is spoken solely in the province of Galicia. Euskara is spoken in the Basque Country and Catalan is spoken in Catalonia.

3 With over 45 million inhabitants, Spain has the 6th largest population in Europe.

4 The Spanish climate varies widely. The north is cool and very cold in Winter, whereas the south is mild and very hot in summer. The capital Madrid, because of its central location, is one of the hottest cities in Spain during the summer and one of the coldest in winter.

5 The Kingdom of Spain once included the country of Portugal.

6 Spain ´owns´ the two north African cities of Ceuta and Melilla.

7 Madrid, Spain´s capital city, is the highest city in Europe. Madrid is 667 metres above sea level and is situated right in the centre of Spain.

8 Spain is the closest country to the continent of Africa. At its closest point, Andalucia is only 12 miles from the coast of Morocco in northern Africa.

9 Spain is the biggest producer of olive oil in the world. Over 44% of olive oil consumer worldwide comes from Spain, and it produces twice the amount of Italy and four times the amount Greece produces. The region of Jaén is the biggest producer of olive oil in Spain where over 25% of the country´s output is produced. This amounts to a staggering 10% of the world´s olive oil being produced in Jaén alone.

10 Over 45 million tourists visit Spain each year.

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Things to do in Alcala de Guadaira - Seville

Beware the weather in Seville. It is an average 20 degrees centigrade in Winter but soars as high as 45 degrees centigrade in Summer. If you like it hot, Alcala de Guadaira, Seville is the place to be in July and August.

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Home to a wealth of historical monuments and stunning architecture, Alcala de Guadaira dates back to the times of the Romans who were the first settlers in the town. Today, if you are looking for last minute hotel in Alcala de Guadaira, or a cheap hotel in Alcala de Guadaira you will be spoilt for choice. The best way to explore this intriguing town is to hire a car at Seville Airport.

What to do in Alcala de Guadaira

Roman ruins can be spotted around the town, along with a host of fabulous bars and restaurants serving the best Andalucian cuisine you will find. Golf holidays, hiking holidays and trekking holidays can all be enjoyed in Alcala de Guadaira, and the wondrous city of Seville is only 15 minutes away by hire car.

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Things to do in Alboraya - Valencia

Situated just north of Valencia, Alboraya forms part of the province, L´Horta Nord, on Spain´s north east coast. The city of Alboraya is part of the beautiful Costa del Azahar, which attracts holidaymakers from all over Europe.

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Enjoying a typically Mediterranean climate with average annual temperatures of 17 degrees centigrade, Alboraya has become home to ex-pats from all over Europe. Light rainfall in the autumn and spring do nothing to dampen the spirits of holidaymakers who flock to Alboraya.

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Serving the very best Valencian cuisine, bars and restaurants in Alboraya are plentiful and lively. If you like a bit of history, visit the Moor´s Bridge and Els Peixets Hermitage while you are in Alboraya. Golf holidays in Alboraya are also popular, and most courses are within easy driving distance.

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Fly to Valencia Airport. Flights to Valencia from the UK take approx. 2 hours, 30 minutes. Cheap flights to Valencia from the UK are available from most UK airports. Transfer from Valencia Airport to Alboraya takes approx. 20 minutes by hire car.
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Things to do in Albote - Granada

Situated in the famous Spanish province of Granada, and just ten minutes from the city centre, Albolote forms part of Andalucia.

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Hot and sunny most of the year, Albolote attracts visitors from all over Europe. Average temperatures of 15 degrees centigrade are the norm in Winter, and the summer months see average temperatures of 24 degrees centigrade.

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Combining nature and beautiful landscapes, Albolote is a country-lover´s paradise. The Elvira Mountain attracts hikers and walkers, and the Cubillas Reservoir is famous among locals and holiday makers alike. If you are looking for a cheap hotel in Alobolote, or a last minute hotel in Albolote, you will be spoilt for choice.

Also featuring a wealth of historic monuments, including the 13th Century tower, the Roman Villas and the Church of the Incarnation, Albolote offers a wide range of places to see and things to do.

Golf enthusiasts also flock to Albolote, as there are a host of local golf courses to whet the appetites of the most discerning golfer.

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Fly to Granada Airport from the UK. Flight time from the UK to Granada is approx. 3 hours. Cheap flights to Granada can be booked with most budget airlines. Transfer from Albolote Airport to Granada is ten minutes. Cheaper flights from the UK to Malaga can be booked from most UK airports. Transfer time from Malaga to Albolote is approx. 1 hr, 30 mins.

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