Javea

Javea is equidistant from Valencia and Alicante, around 100 kilometres away from both. This town is the eastern most tip of Spain and is known as amanecer de espana or the dawn of Spain.

Dominating the skyline and guarding the town is Montgo, affectionately called "Elephant Mountain". The more adventurous can explore the cave, which forms the eye of the "elephant".

Places to Visit

Javea has three distinct areas: Old Town, Port and Arenal Beach. Massive construction activity is blurring these distinct zones and it is becoming increasingly difficult to accurately identify where one area ends and the other begins.

The Old Town retains its Spanish ambience since there is a strict control over new construction. Its narrow streets and lovely wrought iron balconies lend an old world charm which is hard to find anywhere else.

Port

It is a busy fisherman's port where unique fish auctions are held every afternoon when the boats unload their catches. It is a very unusual sight, especially for city bred tourists and you may drop by just to soak in the ambience.

The fishermen's church, as it is known, is barely recognisable as a church from the outside, looking like some kind of a concrete crown. Inside, the wooden ceiling is in the shape of the hull of a boat.

Arenal Beach

This is the hottest spot in Javea, with lots of shops, bars & restaurants. The road follows the coastline past seafront properties, ending in a cul-de-sac beside a very pretty cove.

Other Beaches There are numerous beaches, including a nudist beach, all along the picturesque coastline; from the most northerly beach below San Antonio lighthouse right round to the Granadella beach, which is a favourite with divers.

Lighthouses

There are three lighthouses in Javea. The San Antonio lighthouse, above the port, Cabo La Nao, beyond Costa Nova and Balcon al Mar, all of them provide fabulous views of the sea and the bay.

History

The old town hasn't changed much over last few centuries and has retained some traditionally built houses, around typical Spanish squares. Way back in 1871 the port was a throbbing hub. But now it has been reduced to a small fishing harbour.

Where to Go

To get a taste of the Moorish culture, visit Vall d'Ebo, Vall d'Alcala, Vall de Gallinera, and Vail de Laguart. You simply can't miss out on a trip to Gata de Gorgos to witness the intricacies of wicker craft.

For art lovers a veritable feast of abstract art awaits them at Eusebio Sempere Museum in Alicante. They must also visit the Museum of Modern Art in Valencia.

Types of Properties

You can buy villas, apartments and houses within the town or even pick up large tracts of land in the rolling countryside.

Maybe because of its popularity among tourists real estate in Javea is more expensive then its neighbours.

Conclusion

Real estate rates in Moraira, a small town just south of Javea, are substantially lower. It has a beautiful sandy beach and several excellent golf courses.