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Mount Benacantil (Valencian pronunciation: [benakanˈtil]) is a mount (or rather a large hill) that dominates the urban part of Alicante, and is the characteristic image of the city.
Monte Benacantil. 143 reviews. #21 of 252 things to do in Alicante. Points of Interest & Landmarks. Write a review. What people are saying. By Mikael F. “ Impressive city mountain ” Oct 2022. The medieval fortress, the Castle of Santa Barbara, stands on the top of the mount. “ Stunning and historic ” Sep 2022.
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A rugged mount rising above the city of Alicante, Monte Benacantil is a natural oasis where you can take incredible walks with equally stunning views.
This 169-meter-high mountain dominates the city of Alicante. It is covered by pine trees and bushes on the north side, while there are only rocks on the south side overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. The medieval fortress, the Castle of Santa Barbara, stands on the top of the mount. Park Ereta is located on the slopes of the mountain.
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- Alicante
Oct 2, 2012 · On its south-western slope, Mount Benacanti is illustrious for rock formation called 'la Cara del Moro' (or the Moor's face). The top of the mount is home to the medieval fortress of Alicante known as the Castle of Santa Barbara.
This 169-meter-high mountain dominates the city of Alicante. It is covered by pine trees and bushes on the north side, while there are only rocks on the south side overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. The medieval fortress, the Castle of Santa Barbara, stands on the top of the mount. Park Ereta is located on the slopes of the mountain.
Monte Benacantil. 143 reviews. #20 of 251 things to do in Alicante. Points of Interest & Landmarks. Write a review. What people are saying. By Mikael F. “ Impressive city mountain ” Oct 2022. The medieval fortress, the Castle of Santa Barbara, stands on the top of the mount. “ Stunning and historic ” Sep 2022.
