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The communes of Finestrat and Villajoyosa are the closest neighbours to Benidorm on the south-west side.
Most people assume that the beach, ”La Cala” with a brand-new area of wide streets that are nicely decorated with trees, is a part of Benidorm. However, it is actually a part of Finestrat.
The beautiful old town of Finestrat, is situated close to both the ocean and the mountains. It has a wonderful view and a distinct architecture, which is influenced by Arabia, as well as a whole town containing of houses that are tiled with stone. All by the foot of the mountain ”Puig Campana”.
Villajoyosa is the historic capital of the ”Marina Baixa” district. With its colourful houses, it attracts a lot of tourists every year.
A visit to the harbour in the afternoon, offers a possibility to see the catch of the day be auctioned at the market. The ”Doctor Esquerdo” boulevard, stretches along the wide beach upon which the town has been built. The history of the town can be viewed at the annual ”Moors and Christians” fiesta which is held in July. The local chocolate manufacturers have a long history. The ethnic museum situated in ”Casa Cultura” has equipment used by chocolatiers through centuries.
