Villena

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Villena is an old city crowned by its most symbolic characteristic: an old castle of Arabic origin. At the foot of this fortress was the primitive urban nucleus and around it the town has grown up, surrounded by extensive agricultural fields. After the Reconquest its lords were the males of illustrious lineage, from the Manuel, Aragón and the Pacheco families; and for many years Villena was the capital of an extensive marquessate that had great influence on the national history.

This is a border city, portal between the luminous east and the austere plateau; and at the same time linguistic border for its Castilian condition in the line of the ancient Kingdom of Aragon. Geographically, Villena is situated in the North-west of the province of Alicante, occupying adjoining zone with the provinces of Valencia, Albacete (Autonomous Community of Castilla la Mancha) and the Region of Murcia. Head of the judicial area and of the administrative area of the Alto Vinalopó region, it has a population of 33,455 inhabitants. Villena is situated at an altitude of 504 metres above sea level and its municipal area covers an extension of 344.2 Km².

In the urban complex, the severe and graceful temples, the secular stones of the old castle, do not contradict the audacities of the modern architecture: progress gives a hand here and unites together with the ancient traditions.

How to get here:

Villena is considered to be the gateway to Alicante from Madrid. Also, the connection with Valencia is effected by taking the N-340 which connects up with the A-7, and then taking the A-31.

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Play

Teatro Chapí in Villena presents Play, a theatrical production by Aracaladanza that has been designed especially for children. The play is also a game, enabling your kids to discover and experiment with the new opportunities offered by theatre. The staging will take you aback as the cast of five dancers will treat you to a family-friendly performance based on the idea of play. Play was a finalist in the Premios Max 2020 in the categories of Best Children’s or Family-friendly Play, Best Costumes, Best Musical Composition and Best Lighting Design. Go and see what all the fuss is about.

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VÍA FERRATA: SIERRA DE LA VILLA Y CASTILLO SALVATIERRA

Take your family on an exciting day out at the via ferrata in Sierra de la Villa which is connected to the via ferrata in Castillo de Salvatierra. The route is perfect for beginners who have never tried a via ferrata before as well as for kids. This is the perfect activity to enjoy a morning in the mountains and get up close with this beautiful destination. The route comprises totally vertical sections, slightly overhanging parts as well two different types of bridges. An incredible adventure for all the family.

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LEYENDAS DEL ROCK FESTIVAL

Autumn in Villena

This year, World Tourism Day seeks to value tourism and rural development. Villena has therefore put together a programme of events so you can discover the town’s interesting historic and cultural heritage. In this first edition, you can enjoy tours of the Zafra and Encina districts, as well as updated editions of the watch tour and the three cultures tour. There’s also an Alicante wine tour, which should come as no surprise given Villena’s deep connection to the land and the vines that grow there, as well as its link to World Tourism Day. The tours are the perfect opportunity to get to know the wineries, restaurants and more in and around Villena for an interesting day out.

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Castillo de la Atalaya in Villena (Alicante)

Costa Blanca in Alicante is not only famous for its beaches but also for its large number of castles. The province of Alicante lived an endless amount of great wars and battles, which is why there are numerous defensive constructions throughout its territory.

Wine Tourism in the Province of Alicante

Wine, in the province of Alicante, has a significant impact on local Mediterranean cuisine because it gives elegance and pleasure to the typical local dishes. The Regulating Council of the Protected Designation of Origin Vinos de Alicante is responsible for the dissemination of wine tourism. Promotes travelling along Alicante wine routes to enjoy the landscape of the vineyard and visit their wineries.

Medieval Festivities in Villena: Everything You Need to Know

Would you like to live in the Middle Ages for a day? You will feel like that in the Medieval Festivities of Villena. Here, we will tell you everything about it.