Altea:
Altea is rightfully known as ‘A Jewel in the Valencia Region’. The picturesque town looks to the sea across one of the most delightful bays on the Mediterranean. Steeped in history, over the centuries Altea has welcomed (or been conquered by) Iberians, Romans, Moors and Christians, all of whom have contributed to the special culture of these coastal lands. International tourism has affected most of Southern Spain, and the town has expanded along the coast, but unlike some resorts Altea has managed to maintain its historical charm, whilst providing an abundance of shops, restaurants and attractions to suit most people.
Culture:
Because of its privileged location and brightness, ‘a village roasted by the sun’, according to Gabriel Miro; Altea has always attracted many bohemians. Artists, painters, sculptors and writers of many nationalities have been drawn to the town, making their home here and benefiting from the inspiration they receive from its unique setting. They in turn, have contributed to its rich cultural life, and the official title, ‘Cultural Capital of the Valencia Region’, has been bestowed on Altea. The University of Culture and Fine Arts is adjacent to the old town, and now attracts a whole new generation of artists. The University has a Theatre of Performing Arts, where distinguished ensembles appear regularly. Details of forthcoming events are available from the University. In support of its mantle as Cultural Capital, Altea is also a town with a special taste for antiques and hand-crafted goods.
Golfing Information:
There are 8 excellent courses in a radius of half an hour from the apartment & many more in an 1 hour radius. The Don Cayo course in Altea (less than 10 minutes away) is a 9 hole course with spectacular views looking along the coast and with one of the longest par 5's in Spain. Further afield there is a selection of 18 hole courses - including the challenging championship courses at the Nicklaus designed courses at Real de Faula Benidorm (one par 72 championship and one par 62 eighteen hole tester), the Olazabal designed La Sella course between Javea and Denia, and the Ballesteros designed course at Oliva Nova. There are also 9 hole courses at Benissa Ifach and Javea which are relatively flat and not so challenging. If you want to book tee times (which is advisable), please let us know.
