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Description
Polop de la Marina is an authentic and picturesque mountain village on the Costa Blanca North, strategically located on a hill at the foot of the impressive Sierra de Aitana mountain range.
The history of the village is deeply rooted in
the Moorish era, with the medieval castle on the hilltop serving for centuries
as an impregnable fortress over the surrounding valleys. The climate is
Mediterranean and refreshing, with the higher elevation providing slightly
cooler summers and very pure mountain air that is experienced by many as
beneficial.
The main attractions are the famous "Font dels Xorjets" with its 221 water taps and the atmospheric old town with its narrow, steep streets leading to the panoramic cemetery. The local gastronomy celebrates the products of the land, with traditional dishes such as "Olleta de Blat" and delicious loquat fruits proudly served in the numerous authentic family restaurants. For golfers, the location offers an ideal base, as the prestigious courses of Altea and Benidorm are located just a fifteen-minute drive away in a beautiful rolling landscape.
The residents form a close-knit and welcoming community of local Spaniards and a growing number of international residents who prefer the peace and traditional atmosphere of the village. The surroundings offer a breathtaking backdrop of rugged mountain peaks, vast almond trees, and deep valleys that invite endless walks and adventurous cycling tours in nature. Living in Polop offers many advantages, including an authentic lifestyle with modern amenities, spectacular views of both the mountains and the sea, and a very high quality of life.
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