Tourism in Valencia and Javea

Valencia offers many attractions for tourists, including the much-anticipated America’s Cup in 2007. There are over 100 tourist offices in the area, should one wish to take full advantage of the historical region’s many hotspots. Tourist offices can assist in providing local history, recommending activities and lodging and also providing practical routes to said places. From amusement parks to architecture, there is never a dull moment in Valencia, Spain. While in the city, one should take advantage of the many recreational water activities that Valencia has to offer. This includes fishing, boating, diving and more. Some of the best beaches around are hidden away in this town and finding them can be just as fun as basking in the Mediterranean sun. A European award known as the Blue Flag began in 1987. Recognizing the finest beaches in the world, the Blue Flag honor has been awarded many times to Valencia’s various waterfronts. Javea also features many tourist attractions. In the middle of August, the town celebrates one of its most important festivals: the Living Chess game, which was declared to be of National Tourist Interest in the year 2002. A Living Chess game consists of a representation of a scenic character with a musical accompaniment. Each game reproduces, on a large board, famous games from the history of chess with actors playing the various pieces. During April, one can enjoy the 21st edition of the Popular Crafts Fair, where craftsmen of different autonomous communities take part with animation, gastronomic trials, dances and traditional music. This coming June marks the 8th edition of the International Festival, with participants from 13 different countries. At the end of July is the Musica a l ‘Estiu Javea 03, the international course of woodwind concerts, now in its 18th edition. The International Javea Jazz Festival ends in August, which offers concerts, photographic exhibitions and Jam sessions. Two kilometres from the historical center is an area known as the Aduanas de el Mar, a seafaring district that stretches the entire 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. Those interested in scenic routes should take advantage of Javea’s many viewing points, strategically placed to display the city’s best sights. 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. Other historic towns, such as Denia, Moraira, Gata de Gorgos and Calpe are very close by and are worthy of a visit. Both Valencia and Javea offer more tourism sights than a person can appreciate in one visit, prompting many visitors to return year after year.