If you’re thinking about making a change in your life this New Year, you might want to start by moving to a new province. And to help you with this difficult decision, at Culmia today we’d like to tell you about one of the most attractive regions in Spain to live in at any time of year: Alicante.
Therefore, in the following paragraphs, we’ll outline all the benefits this part of Spain’s Levante region has to offer. And since we’re practically certain we’ll win you over with them, we’ll also tell you about the new-construction development we’re currently offering in the area, known as CULMIA El Fortí de Denia.
Alicante, a province that aims to be a national and international leader
Alicante is the 5th most populous province in Spain, with a population of 1,881,762 in 2021. In addition, its capital city of the same name is the 11th most populous in the country, with a total population of 337,304. Thus, its average population density is 323.55 inhabitants per square kilometer; this is because it is one of the smallest regions in the country, covering an area of just 5,816 km².
Of this total, 201.27 km² fall within the city’s municipal boundaries, which are home to its own university, the University of Alicante, and the Digital District, a hub for technological transformation and the digital economy in the Mediterranean. These two prestigious institutions complement the presence in the city of the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO).
Therefore, Alicante is much more than just tourism. It is a province that aims to be a social and cultural leader, given that it is clearly influenced by its cosmopolitan character. Not surprisingly, it is estimated that more than 14 million people visited the province in 2019 and that, one year later, it was the “number one” non-capital province in Spain in terms of indicators such as GDP, businesses, and gastronomy.
5 Reasons to Live in Alicante
If, after all that, you still need more reasons to convince yourself that Alicante is the perfect province for you and your family, take note of these five major advantages:
Weather
Living in Alicante guarantees more than 300 days—and nearly 3,000 hours—of sunshine a year. Average annual temperatures hover around 18°C, with warm, muggy, and mostly clear summers, as well as long, cool, windy, somewhat cloudy, and dry winters.
The rainiest season runs from September through May, with October being the wettest month, averaging 4.7 days with at least 1 millimeter of precipitation. Meanwhile, the hottest month of the year is August, with an average high of around 30°C and an average low of around 22°C.
As a result, its Mediterranean climate makes temperatures very pleasant practically all year round. And on those hottest days, the proximity to the beachis also a great advantage, because the province has more than a hundred kilometers of coastline where we can cool off and enjoy ourselves, whether alone or with the family.
A city with excellent transportation links
Alicante is one of Spain’s major hubs. In addition to being a port city, it also has excellent air connections to the rest of Europe. Specifically, the Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport offers a total of 99 destinations served by 30 different airlines, including some of the major cities on the continent, in the United Kingdom, and even in Morocco.
And if we’re looking for good land connections, there are also some good options. For example, Valencia is just 182 kilometers by road from the capital of Alicante; Madrid is 432 kilometers away, and Barcelona is 544 km away. These journeys can also be made by train, thanks to the region’s excellent rail infrastructure.
Quality of Life
Alicante ranks fifth among Spain’s provinces in terms of contribution to GDP, and its capital stands out as an incredibly welcoming city. In 2020, a study by Internations ranked it as the second-best city to live in according to expatriates—among 66 other locations—while a recent study has identified it as the favorite city for domestic tourists to visit.
Gastronomy
If you choose Alicante, you’ll have an extraordinary culinary experience right at your fingertips. Its capital is known as “The City of Rice, ” so you’ll be able to savor some magnificent paellas there. And let’s not forget borreta, another of the region’s most famous dishes, made with potatoes, flaked cod, ñora peppers or dried peppers, spinach, salt, and olive oil.
Thus, their flavors bring out the best of the land and the sea. With the unique advantage of boasting a total of 16 Michelin stars, spread across a dozen of its restaurants. This proves that few regions in the world offer better dining than Alicante.
Green areas
And if it’s essential for you to be able to “blend in” with nature, Alicante is also a wonderful place to spend your days. The province has 9 of the 22 Natural Parks in the entire Valencian Community, and these stand out for the wide variety of landscapes they offer: from inland mountain ranges to coastal mountain ranges, as well as wetlands.
On the other hand, if you’d rather stay in the capital, you’ll also have your own “green” space to unwind. It’s estimated that each resident of Alicante has an average of 8.5 square meters of green space, which is more than the 7.4 square meters enjoyed by residents of Valencia. All of this is thanks to Alicante’s total of 300 hectares of green space.
Buy your new home in Denia today
Denia is one of the most popular tourist destinations and one of the most beautiful cities in the province of Alicante. It has a population of just over 45,000 and boasts 15 kilometers of spectacular coves and beaches, making it an ideal place to choose as a primary residence or vacation destination.
There, you’ll find our new-construction development, “CULMIA El Fortí de Denia,” consisting of 35 two- and three-bedroom homes with spacious terraces, parking spaces, a community pool, and a sun deck. The development features high-quality finishes and offers the option to customize your home, with a choice of materials at no extra cost.
Its location is unique, as it is just 5 minutes from the Yacht Club, 7 minutes from the harbor, and 10 minutes from the town’s beaches. All of this is set in a highly attractive setting within the town center, surrounded by all kinds of essential services, such as supermarkets, restaurants, schools, pharmacies, and health centers.
Visit our website to find out how to purchase a home in this new-construction development, which already has a building permit. We look forward to seeing you!
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