Stunning beach town just 20 minutes from Brit-favourite Benidorm is known as Spain’s ‘Santorini’ --[Reported by Umva mag]

A SMALL coastal town right by Benidorm has been compared to Santorini because of its blue-domed houses. Altea in Costa Blanca is just 20 minutes by car from the famous Brit-loved resort. AlamyThe Spanish town of Altea has been compared to Santorini[/caption] AlamyOne of the most famous views is of the blue-domed church in town[/caption] AlamyThe white washed buildings are found along the edges of the Old Town[/caption] However, it is far removed from the town known for its huge bars and clubs. Altea is often visited more by locals than tourists, with the laid-back town being much quieter. It’s nickname of the Santorini of Spain is partly because of the white-washed houses lining the narrow roads. One of the more famous views is of the two bright blue roofed towers overlooking the streets, part of the town’s church. The best place to head to is the Old Town, which has amazing views over the beach and of the huge mountain in the distance – part of Parc Natural de la Serra Gelada. Along the way are a number of small shops sunken into the buildings, which sell local gifts such as trinkets and clothes. Otherwise outside of the historic centre is the seaside, with the 500 metre beach being made up of both pebbles and sand. The promenade was revamped last year, after a £3.3million renovation. This included new recreational areas with seats, parks and wildlife. A kids playground, cycle lanes and new beach called El Bol also opened as part of the revamp. Previous tourists have raved about the town. One said: “Altea is so lovely. White washed streets; oranges growing on trees; little artist shops; cute little cafes.” Another said: “Definitely worth a visit – a quaint village with fantastic views that stretch all the way to Benidorm.” To get to Altea, you can drive in just 20 minutes, or get a train or tram for just a few euros, although this takes slightly longer. if you want to stay, there are a range of choices such as Hotel Cap Negret, from £80 a night and with private access to the beach. AlamyThe town is just a short drive from Benidorm[/caption] For something fancier, there is the adults-only Porta Nova Suites from £291 a night. Brits can fly directly to Alicante for as little as £14.99 with easyJet, flying from London airports as well as Manchester, Newcaslte, Birmingham and Edinburgh. it’s not the only place in Spain that has been compared to Santorini. Binibeca Vell, on the island of Menorca, is often compared to the Greek island as well with its bright white houses lining the coast. Here another Spanish island Brits often overlook despite having quiet beaches and cheap beers. Don’t want to leave the UK? A seaside town has even been compared to Santorini – here’s how to find it. AlamyThe nearest airport has flights from the UK for as little as £15[/caption]

A SMALL coastal town right by Benidorm has been compared to Santorini because of its blue-domed houses.

Altea in Costa Blanca is just 20 minutes by car from the famous Brit-loved resort.

Alamy

The Spanish town of Altea has been compared to Santorini[/caption]

Alamy

One of the most famous views is of the blue-domed church in town[/caption]

Alamy

The white washed buildings are found along the edges of the Old Town[/caption]

However, it is far removed from the town known for its huge bars and clubs.

Altea is often visited more by locals than tourists, with the laid-back town being much quieter.

It’s nickname of the Santorini of Spain is partly because of the white-washed houses lining the narrow roads.

One of the more famous views is of the two bright blue roofed towers overlooking the streets, part of the town’s church.

The best place to head to is the Old Town, which has amazing views over the beach and of the huge mountain in the distance – part of Parc Natural de la Serra Gelada.

Along the way are a number of small shops sunken into the buildings, which sell local gifts such as trinkets and clothes.

Otherwise outside of the historic centre is the seaside, with the 500 metre beach being made up of both pebbles and sand.

The promenade was revamped last year, after a £3.3million renovation.

This included new recreational areas with seats, parks and wildlife.

A kids playground, cycle lanes and new beach called El Bol also opened as part of the revamp.

Previous tourists have raved about the town.

One said: “Altea is so lovely. White washed streets; oranges growing on trees; little artist shops; cute little cafes.”

Another said: “Definitely worth a visit – a quaint village with fantastic views that stretch all the way to Benidorm.”

To get to Altea, you can drive in just 20 minutes, or get a train or tram for just a few euros, although this takes slightly longer.

if you want to stay, there are a range of choices such as Hotel Cap Negret, from £80 a night and with private access to the beach.

Alamy

The town is just a short drive from Benidorm[/caption]

For something fancier, there is the adults-only Porta Nova Suites from £291 a night.

Brits can fly directly to Alicante for as little as £14.99 with easyJet, flying from London airports as well as Manchester, Newcaslte, Birmingham and Edinburgh.

it’s not the only place in Spain that has been compared to Santorini.

Binibeca Vell, on the island of Menorca, is often compared to the Greek island as well with its bright white houses lining the coast.

Here another Spanish island Brits often overlook despite having quiet beaches and cheap beers.

Don’t want to leave the UK? A seaside town has even been compared to Santorini – here’s how to find it.

Alamy

The nearest airport has flights from the UK for as little as £15[/caption]

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