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Javea Tourism

It consists of a representation of a scenic character with a musical accompaniment in which a famous game is reproduced from the History of Chess on a great board in which the pieces are actors. In April, also taking place is the 21st edition of the Popular Crafts Fair, where craftsmen of different Autonomous Communities take part with animation, gastronomic trials, dances and traditional music. During June the 8th edition of the International Festival takes place, with participants from 13 different countries. At the end of July is the Musica a l 'Estiu Xabia 03, the international course of wood wind concerts, now in its18th edition. The International Xabia Jazz Festival completes during August the cultural offer, with concerts, photographic exhibitions and Jam sessions.

Two kilometres from the historical centre is an area known as the Aduanas de el Mar, a seafaring district that stretches the whole length of the coast of the municipality. After crossing the urban area, the Nature reserve of El Montgo is one of the best sites in the region, and offers many attractive excursions. Also the route of viewing-points offers an interesting itinerary. There is also a recreation area known as Pinosol close by. For sub-aquatic activity lovers, the Natural Marine Reserve of the Cabo de San Antonio will turn out to be a major discovery. Besides, Denia, Moraira, Gata de Gorgos and Calpe are very close by and are worthy of a visit. The sea contributes the main ingredients of Xabia's typical dishes. The succulent cruet de peix, the suc roig and the fish platter are all prepared with fresh fish. Salt also continues to be used to prepare fish such as anchovies, tuna and the tasty borreta de melva. The traditional elaboration of les coques is also still maintained, with pepper, tomato, onion, and raisins, or with oil and salt. Outstanding dishes in the sweet department are, pumpkin bunuelos, the pastissets d ametla made with almond, and the tortada.