Costa Blanca
Denia
Situated at the foot of the Montgó, crowned by its Islamic castle and bathed by the Mediterranean Sea, lies the city of Dénia. With about 29,000 habitants, Dénia does not only make its living from tourism.
It possesses one of the most important harbours of the area, with ferry connections to Ibiza, Mallorca and others. This, and the huge fishing fleet, made Dénia a very prosperous city over the past years.
One of the most visited tourist attractions of Dénia is the castillo (castle). The castle built in the 11th and 12th century offers a wonderful view around the sea, the city and the backlands. Within the castle you will find the Palau del Governador with its museum.
Along with the other interesting museum in Dénia (the Museo Etnológico), you will be given further details on the rich history and culture of Dénia.
Dénia’s calendar of cultural events and festivities is one of the richest in Spain. Both visitors and locals enjoy the carnival in February, the Fallas in March, Easter in April, Fogueres de Sant Joan (Saint John’s beach bonfires) in June, the Patron’s festivity in July, the famous Moors and Christians festival in August plus many more.
Catching an event or two should be part of everyone’s visit to Dénia. Dénia has always been a seafaring town. Its port, its daily fish market, the fishermen’s quarter and, especially, its delicious cuisine, bring us the flavours of the Mediterranean Sea. Taste all kind of rice dishes, which go beyond the famous paella, for which Dénia is internationally well-known.
Fresh seafood and fish, vegetables, olive oil and fresh fruit count among the main ingredients of one of the healthiest diets in the world.