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SANTA POLA
Santa Pola is a beautiful
Mediterranean coastal town located in a calm bay on the
southern most stretch of the province of Alicante. Its mild
climate and the hospitality of its local residents make this
major fishing port a lovely place to either live or set up
your holiday home. With six beaches of golden sand, all
manners of water sports and numerous places to visit you can
choose how to pass away the sunny days. Beautifully laid out
squares intermingle with busy streets and historic ruins lay
round every corner. Santa Pola is a paradise for nature lovers
with the famous Salt Pans just south of the resort; this
natural park presents a perfect example and is the home of
many different species of water bird. There is a daily fish
market selling produce landed by the local fishermen based in
the port of Santa Pola. The Isla de Tabarca is just a thirty
minute boat ride from Santa Pola, you can catch the glass
bottom boat every hour for around six euros.
Population:- approx
23,000
Location:- Santa Pola
is situated on the coast, at the south of the province of
Alicante, 17 kms. from the provincial capital. It forms part
of the "Baix Vinalopo" region, together with Elche and
Crevillente
From
Alicante Airport:- The airport of El Altet is 15km. from
Santa Pola, junction E-15 on the A-7 motorway (autopista) is
also 15km. away.
Local Attractions:-
Maritime Museum, Salt museum, Fishing museum, Aquarium,
Fishing Port, Beaches, Lighthouse, Daily Fish Market, Calvary
Square, Fortress and Castle, The Salinas (Salt Pans), Isla de
Tabarca
Travel:- Alicante,
Benidorm, Elche, Guadalest,
Festivals:- Festivals
from March to December the most important being at the
beginning of September in honour of La Virgen de Loreto.
Local Amenities:-
Shops, Bars, Cafes, Banks, Schools, All Sports
Street Market:- Monday
and Saturday
Tourist
Information:- Plaza Diputacion 6, 03130 Tel:- 966692276
also C/astilleros 4, 03130 Santa Pola Tel:-966696052
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