To get the best views of the city of Alicante, Spain, you might want to visit the Castle of Santa Barbara. The Castle of Santa Barbara in Alicante is located on a very high vantage position that allows you to get breathtaking views of Alicante.
The best part about the Castle of Santa Barbara is that you get to see the beach of Alicante, the beautiful Busot mountains on the right, and the city’s topography in the middle.
The drive up to the castle is also very scenic and evokes beautiful scenery of things you wish to remember forever. Definitely a bucket list when one visits Alicante. The castle gives a glimpse into history of the city of Alicante. One gets to see some of the city’s tools of power, like the mayor’s chair, the armour of the soldiers and even tools of war.
Some rooms in the castle are kept intact to show how the ruling seats and rooms of the ruling class in Alicante.
From the castle one can overlook the sea and one wonders the fortress that Alicante was. Found this amazing watch tower from the castle of Santa Barbara.
The best part of the castle of Santa Barbara is the restaurant that is at the castle. One can sit and enjoy the beautiful views that Alicante has to offer.
Fun Fact
The Castle of Santa Barbara is located on a high vantage point. Wear comfortable shoes because there is a lot of walking up and down the different terrains.
The Castle of Santa Barbara has retained originality and contains most of the original stone.
The Castle also has beautiful pictures of Alicante as it started out as a port.
Travel is all about learning the history, the culture the people and the cities. Explore Alicante!! Explore the Castle of Santa Barbara!!
The Castle of Santa Barbara speaks volumes about ancient civilization, the stone and mortar still stays strong.
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I feel so lucky to live in this beautiful city Alicante! You’re all welcome and I will be your favorite tour guide ❤️