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Alicante is the Valencia region's second-largest town. Brimming with fresh projects, it has transformed itself in less than a decade from a seedy port to an attractive spot with a spirited, mainly Spanish nightlife. Unlike its coastal neighbours, it's a real town, living for much more than tourism alone.
Of course, there is something to be said for wearing a track between the town's beaches and its bars, but don't neglect its excellent museums, and try a saunter in the evenings to soak up the feel of the place. Alicante's true charm is its individuality.
Fast Facts
Population
284,000
Currency
Name: Euro
Code: EUR
Symbol: €
Electrical Plugs
220V 50 Hz
Languages Spoken
Official: Spanish
Time Zones
GMT/UTC +1
Country Dialing Code
+34
Weights & Measures
Metric
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