Posted by Book2Go Travel on Sep 22
Torrevieja is a coastal town located in the south of Alicante in sunny Costa Blanca,
Spain. At present, Torrevieja is one of the fastest growing metropolises in
Spain. Torrevieja is famous for its salt lakes and exquisite white sand beaches. Some European citizens and other English speaking crowds are eyeing Torrevieja to be their place for retirement.
Spain is very famous for their fiesta celebrations and Torrevieja is no exception to these religious celebrations. The religious processions in Torrevieja is a must see for travelers and locals alike.
Torrevieja: Tourist Attractions
Aside from observing the way Torrevieja celebrates their fiestas and holidays, there are still lots of interesting sights and places to visit in Torrevieja. The Salinas Torrevieja is composed of two sizeable and beautiful salt-water lakes that constantly catch the attention of extensive bird varieties. In order to protect the large number of bird life regularly coming to Salinas Torrevieja, the place was declared as a natural reserve.
Torrevieja is also well known for their salt production because of the existence of the two huge salt lakes within Torrevieja. Evidence of excellent salt production in Torrevieja is the construction of salt museums in the area, the Sea and Salt Museum in Torrevieja is an ideal place to visit and gain knowledge about the salt production history of Torrevieja. The Sea and
Salt
Museum in Torrevieja is located at Calle Patricio Pelez and is open everyday except during holidays and Monday afternoons.
Spend your holiday in Torrevieja
Torrevieja being located in the Mediterranean coast is slowly gaining to be a tourist gathering place because of the relaxed and peaceful atmosphere contrasting to the commercialized and more modernized environment now common in other resorts of Costa Blanca. If you’re primary intention is to have a calm yet enjoyable holiday, Torrevieja is an ideal option for you.
An Oasis in Torrevieja
The
Park of
Nations in Torrevieja is worth a visit when you travel to Torrevieja. The park is located in a very busy environment but in spite of the obvious stressful community, you will observe and amazingly feel the stillness and serenity of the park. The place is worthy of a visit with the carefully landscaped area, clean and clear lake, and man made fountain; now who says relaxing is not possible in a place snuggled between the highway and the city?
Beaches in Torrevieja
When in Torrevieja, swimming would always be part of the travel itinerary especially for those who love the beach. There are excellent and exquisitely inviting beaches in Torrevieja like the Playa del Cura, Playa del Acequion, and Playa los Locos lying along the shoreline of the town of
Torrevieja. Although these beaches are safe for swimming, some areas have very strong undercurrents, but swim enthusiasts need not worry for warning flags are posted to warn them off not to swim in these areas of the beach.These important and interesting places including the chance to witness and observe colorful fiestas are some of the reasons why Torrevieja is well worth a visit.
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