Alicante is situated in the autonomous region of Comunidad Valencia which is made up of three provinces: Castellón, Valencia and Alicante, occupying the central portion of Spain's Eastern coastline. Wide fine sand beaches, year round gentle climate, endless sunshine and the sparkling Mediterranean makes this a region exceptionally popular with tourists.
Alicante is located in the middle of the Costa Blanca, and is one of the most important tourist destinations in the Spanish east coast. The many golf courses, along with the tranquil waters of the Mediterranean Sea, are part of the appeal of this beautiful harbour city, which sits at the foot of the Castle of Santa Barbara, a silent witness to the numerous civilisations to have settled here. The historic quarter, at the foot of this fortress, conceals an interesting religious and civil architectural legacy, including the emblematic Explanada de España (Spain boulevard), a traditional recreational area to the local residents.