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Alicante, is the most southern province of the three which make up the community
of Valencia. It has a mediterranean climate and has a landscape of palm trees, vineyards, fruit orchards, vegetables and pine forests.
The city has a long and interesting history and in modern times has become one of
the most active ports in the Mediterranean, exporting to America and Europe.
The main feature of the city is the Citadel of Santa Bárbara and Benacantil Hill.
Buildings of note include the town hall, which dates from 1701, the church of Santa Maria(14th Century) and the church of San Nicholás de Bari(18th Century).
Alicante today is one of the richest provinces in Spain. This is mainly due to the
increase in tourism it has witnessed in recent times. The mild climate, with cool winters and hot summers and the extraordinary quality of light have meant a great many people have visited this province
and many have stayed.
There are 4 main beaches in Alicante, all sandy and they are amongst the cleanest
on the Mediterranean.
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