Guadalest, a small town full of narrow streets  and corners rises from the heart of the Marina Baixa.  It is the ideal place to find peace in the surrounding landscape and culture.

 

Located in a valley full of leafy trees and mountains only 22 kilometres from the coast,  the area is famous for the production of Mistela and for the cultivation of the Loquat or Nispero. Hand made items are another attraction of the area, especially lace and fabrics.

 

With a population of approximately 200 inhabitants Guadalest is full of tradition and there are years of history in its tiny streets.  At the foot of the village there is a reservoir which is surrounded by the Sierra Aitana Mountains and from where you can take a trip on a Solar Powered boat.

 

At this time of year it is even more beautiful, between January and March, Mother Nature puts on a spectacular show with the almond blossom colouring the mountains in shades of ivory, white and pink. A delight for the senses, it announces the arrival of spring and the heady scent of the blossom fills the air.

 

There are plenty of reasons for you to pay a visit to Guadalest and the mountainous areas that separates Benidorm from Alcoy. It is a paradise full of tradition with great cuisine using only the best ingredients all grown in the area.  Enough to please the most demanding of palates.

 

Guadalest is not to be missed!

 

Leticia Murillo.