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Breathing the spirit of the Mediterranean, Oliva is a wonderful place to connect with the Mediterranean scenery 365 days a year. The beautiful beaches, boundless mountainscapes and charming historic centre will blow you away. Come and explore this lovely corner of the Region of Valencia.
Oliva is a destination in La Safor, in the province of Valencia, that has plenty to see and do. In this short guide, you can discover how to make the very most of your getaway here with cultural experiences, outdoor pursuits in Marjal de Pego y Oliva Natural Park, a round at an incredible golf course and time spent at the beaches.
What to do in Oliva
To start, we’d recommend exploring Oliva’s historical heritage, taking an itinerary around Vila Condal – the count’s town – that culminates at the remains of the Towers and Walls, which are now part of the urban landscape. Another option is to take a stroll around Raval Morisco – the old Moorish district that used to lie outside the town walls – where you will fall in love with the narrow streets, particularly La Hoz, before you arrive at Tosalet del Doix viewing point. Alternatively, you can set off on an exploration of the Gerreria and Pinet area.
Oliva is replete with all sorts of places of worship, from San Roque Parish Church, which has a magnificent Baroque chapel, to La Asunción de Nuestra Señora Parish Church, which has a crypt that has been converted into an exhibition space.
Also worth putting on your to-visit list are 18th century San Vicente Ferrer Chapel, which is said to be the site where the saint used to preach, and the building known as L’Enginy, an old sugar mill which is something of a landmark in Oliva. You will also want to visit Oliva Archaeology Museum and Font Salada where the waters are warm all year round.
Venture a little outside the centre of Oliva and you will see Los Santos Antonio y San Pedro Apóstol Chapel, a simple yet charming place of worship. And of course, you simply have to visit Santa Ana Castle, which grants spectacular views.
Lovers of nature tourism will find themselves with plenty to get up to in Oliva, namely visiting Marjal de Pego y Oliva Natural Park and gazing at the scenery shaped by the springs, known as clean water ullals, which are teeming with wildlife, particularly birds. The perfect spot to do some birding.
And then there are the beaches: Terranova-Burguera, Pau-Pi, Aigua Blanca, Rabdells, Aigua Morta, Les Deveses and more. Oliva is an incredible place to fall in love with the Mediterranean.
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