The best cycling routes around Alcalalí

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The Església de Santa Maria de Xaló, the parish church of Santa María, is an impressive house of worship with an imposing facade. The church was built on the remains of an ancient parish church, which itself had been built over a mosque. Construction of the Santa María parish church began in the 18th century and was completed in 1831 with the participation and assistance of the inhabitants of Xaló. It is built in the Neoclassical style and houses the image of the Virgen Pobre (Poor Virgin), which, according to legend, was found in a very poor state by a farmer and became the patron saint of Xaló. This image is located on the main altar and likely dates from between the 13th and 16th centuries. The Santa María de Xaló parish church has a Latin cross floor plan with three naves and a magnificent octagonal bell tower.

Description The Ermita de la Sangre in Murla is a small church located in the heart of the town. Behind its walls lies a long history. The building's history stretches from the Middle Ages to the present day, resulting in various uses and changes to its appearance. The Ermita de la Sangre in Murla was restored in 1979. It is a semi-detached building with a vaulted ceiling and two transverse arches, above which, from the altar, stands the image of Ecce Homo. To one side is the old Chapel of San Francisco de Borja, which has housed the image of the town's patron saint, the Divine Aurora, since 1856. History The Ermita de la Sangre in Murla has a centuries-old history. Although the exact date of its construction is unknown, all indications point to around 1591. The building was formerly the city's old women's hospital, which, like these rooms in the Middle Ages, was converted into a hermitage invoking the Blood of Christ. However, it had been used as a prison long before that. In 1600, the prison was located within the hospital, but the diocese at the time decided to separate them. Documents indicate that the old prison was located where the image of the divine Aurora is currently situated.

sandwich with the Alkmaar tour club

quiet road, nice view descending down towards Calpe

The village truly comes alive during its annual festivities, including the celebrations in honor of the Virgen de los Desamparados and Santa Catalina Mártir in May, neighborhood festivities in August, and the Feast of the Assumption. On these days, music, processions, and traditional dishes fill the streets, with local specialties such as mullat, coques, and puxero amb pilotes. Senija is therefore a place where history, nature, gastronomy, and art blend harmoniously, and where time itself seems to slow down.

Senija is a small and picturesque village in the Marina Alta region of Alicante, nestled against a hillside and surrounded by a landscape of almond, olive, and carob trees. Covering less than five square kilometers and home to just a few hundred residents – a significant portion of whom are of foreign origin – the village has a calm and welcoming atmosphere. Narrow streets lined with whitewashed and pastel-colored houses give Senija its typical Mediterranean charm. The history of Senija dates back to the time when it was almost entirely inhabited by Moors. After their expulsion in the early 17th century, the number of families dropped sharply, but the 18th century brought a revival, mainly through the production of raisins for export. Agriculture still plays a key role in the local economy today, with vineyards, olive oil, dessert wines, and dried tomatoes among its specialties. Senija is also known for its artistic character, most notably through the MOS Open-Air Museum, where murals by various artists can be admired throughout the village. In the heart of Senija stands the church of Santa Catalina, built on the remains of an old mosque and housing a baroque statue of the Virgen de los Desamparados. The surrounding countryside offers walking trails leading to sites such as La Creueta and the Cueva de la Garganta, where views and tranquility draw many visitors.

Awsome fresh food, with vegy and vegan options, sells plastic water bottles and excellent coffee, behind is a large carpark,