Javea, also known as Xabia, is a town located north of Costa Blanca, between Alicante and Valencia. The town fits a prototypical Mediterranean coastline destination. Its rugged beaches are indented with isolated sandy beaches and harbors. Bandits initially used the secreted caves and coves and smugglers during the middle age but are nowadays used by snorkelers, sunbathers, and scuba divers.
Javea has been declared by the WHO as the most environmentally perfect place, having more than 300 days of sunlight every year. This provides a relaxing vacation atmosphere. In Javea, the new development of buildings is subject to height restraints which means no construction of very high buildings, unlike the other side of Costa Blanca, such as Benidorm.
The local people of Javea are friendly and pleasant. With clean, warm, and blue waters, the Mediterranean Sea slaps the attractive beaches and bays available in Javea. The combination of the beautiful modern amenities with the attraction of a prehistoric fishing village makes Javea a gem on Costa Blanca.
History and culture
Javea is an ancient town steeped in history which is patent in architectural mapping. You will find Tosca stones, gothic bay windows, balcony railings, and wrought iron windows. An example of late gothic structural design is the church of San Bartolome, located in the town center.
Soler Blasco, an archeological museum, is adjacent in the narrow streets and provides a lot of information regarding Iberian history.
Furthermore, the leading fishing port is the present-day silhouette. Its roof depicts the ship hull.
Other architectural sites include Nuestra Senora of Los Angeles, situated on the outskirts of the town. A series of small hermitages grapples the slopes of the mountain and prehistoric windmills that take over the land.
Market
The market is located in the center of the town, with sheltered market stalls. All kinds of fresh produce such as fruits, vegetables, fresh fish, and meat are brought from the port every day and sold.
Port and marina
The necessity of the town’s maritime activities is ostensible in the port area, which is also known as Aduanas de Mar. it vaunts a descent promenade and other outstanding fish restaurants, where one can relax and enjoy the latch of the day.
Also, another place for morning and evening walks is the fishing harbor, which is located close to the gorgeous marina, jam-packed with exciting yachts.
Eating areas
There are numerous pavement cafes and inns which overlook the Mediterranean and offer an invitation for you to sit and enjoy your drink and the atmosphere of the seaport.
Beaches
Arenal beach provides an attractive sandy cove surrounded by palm trees and children’s play areas. The boulevard edges the cove with its perfect taverns and restaurants, giving national and worldwide specialisms.
Shopping
Javea is an ideal place where one can go shopping as there are various excellent shops and boutiques.
Sports
Finally, the other thing that makes Javea always worth visiting is the availability of excellent fishing activities and numerous sea sports. Sea sports include sailing, surfing, scuba diving, and water skiing.
