Alicante

With 333,000 inhabitants, Alicante is the second-largest city in the Valencian Community and the 8th-largest metropolitan area of Spain.

Alicante is located in the southeast of the Iberian Peninsula, directly on the Costa Blanca – one of the most beautiful Spanish coasts.

Alicante has a delightful climate, beach, harbour, palm trees, and a charming old city centre with a castle overlooking the city.

Most important events and festivals in Alicante

• Bonfires of San Juan (end June).
• Volvo Ocean Race (June every two years).
• Los Reyes (January 5 night).
• Easter (March or April).
• Spring Festival.
• Moors and Christians.

Most popular tourist attractions and things to do in Alicante

• Santa Barbara Castle.
• Luceros.
• Central Market.
• Old town.
• St. Nicholas Cathedral.
• Alicante Port.
• Tabarca.
• Postiguet Beach.
• Basilica of Santa Maria.
• Archaeological Museum.
• Museum of Contemporary Art.

Why Alicante is the best city to live and study

• Alicante is a lively student city with exceptional cuisine and nightlife.
• Vacation destination due to the excellent weather and beaches.
• Alicante has the perfect city to do everything on foot and for shopping, movies, coffee shops, bars and restaurants.
• The Spanish spoken in Alicante is neutral and perfect for students to learn quickly.
• Alicante combines vacations and learning Spanish in the best possible way.