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Alcalali tourist information
Alcalalí is located in the Pop Valley and was originally a Moorish village, as can still be witnessed by the traditional almond and orange crops and the rius-raus (drying houses). The village was originally a Moorish farmstead that was depopulated when the Moors were expelled in 1609. The village is situated in the Pop Valley, half way between Jalón and Parcent; its 842 inhabitants are mainly involved in agriculture, especially grapes and oranges, which are grown on fertile lands irrigated by the Girona River. Llosa de Camacho, the small Seguili Sierra and the Coll de Rates - one of the entry points to the Marina Alta from the Marina Baixa - are all located within its district.
Tourist Attractions of Alcalali
The Medieval Tower has been repurposed from a defensive point to a museum. On the third and fourth floors are collections of the Museu de la Pansa. It contains relics preserved from previous centuries. There are texts, images and tools. On the top floor is the Mirador. From here, tourists can see the surrounding area, including the nearby village of Parcent as well as Mount Pop de Murla and Mount Seuili. This was where the battle between the Christians and the Moors occurred. There is also the oil press repurposed as the Museu Etnogi which exhibits the process of making wine.
What to Do in Alcalali
There are several fiestas celebrated in the town. These festivities are celebrated on top of the national holidays in Spain. Quite a number of them are influenced by the Catholic faith. A festival unique to each town in the country is known as the Schutzheiligenfest which is dedicated to the town’s patron saint. The town of Alcalalí honors Saint John the Baptist and the Holy Cristo de la Salud during the 24th-25th of June. Activities include parading the image of the saints throughout town, holding special masses as well as setting off fireworks. Another event worth noting is in honor of Saint Michael. This was originally celebrated during the end of September but because it occurred during the same time that classes started, the fiestas were moved to the end of August instead. Usual activities include plays, entertainment for kids, paella contests and concerts during the evening.
Sports in Alcalali
The terrain and the climate within the area of Alcalalí make the town conducive for sports. Some of the popular sports involve using the natural lay of the terrain. These include hiking, cycling, mountaineering, paragliding and hunting. The town also has a number of sporting facilities for other sports such as tennis and indoor football for the residents to use