Alicante
is located in the south-east of the Iberian Peninsula, directly
on the Costa Blanca one of the most beautiful
Spanish coasts. The Romans named the city "Lucentum",
city of light, and captured the character of this radiant palm-lined
city facing the sea, which enjoys an extremely pleasant climate.
A hectic pace is unknown here and the "Siesta"
is still taken seriously. People relax along the beautiful boulevards
and promenade to enjoy a coffee, a Horchata (almond milk), or
a Granizado (iced lime drink).
Although Alicante is the heart of tourism on the Costa Blanca,
it banished the tourism industry from its gates and retained its
charm as a Spanish university town.
Therefore,
the night-life is influenced by students who
keep the countless bars in the old town and harbor area alive
until daybreak.
Despite its 280,000 inhabitants, Alicante is
a village in which almost everything is within walking distance,
and acquaintances often cross paths.
Stylish boulevards, the modern
yacht port, the picturesque and architectonically interesting
old town quarter, modern shopping districts, and the palm-lined
sandy beaches provide a lot of variety and remain in visitors
memories for years to come.