Alcalalí

02Geography

Alcalalí is situated in the Marina Alta comarca, bordered by several municipalities. The area is defined by its proximity to the Jalón River and the surrounding mountains, including Seguili and Carrascal, which contribute to its scenic landscape.

Distance to coast

20 km

03History

The history of Alcalalí dates back to its conquest by King James I of Aragon in 1245. Over the centuries, it changed hands among various lords and experienced significant events such as depopulation in 1609 due to the expulsion of the Moriscos, followed by the repopulation of the area.

• 1245 Conquered by King James I of Aragon.
• 1268 Donated to Doña Berenguela Alonso de Molina.
• 1409 Granted legal independence.
• 1610 Repopulated with new inhabitants.
• 1920 Death of the last baron, José Ruiz de Lihory.

Alcalalí is a municipality in Alicante, known for its agricultural traditions and lively festivals honoring local saints.

04Festivals and Heritage

Alcalalí hosts several traditional festivals, particularly in honor of its patron saints. The celebrations include religious processions, music, and community gatherings, reflecting the town's cultural heritage.

• Fiestas de San Juan June 23-26, featuring religious ceremonies and fireworks.
• Fiestas de San Miguel Last weekend of August, with processions and community dinners.
• Patron saints San Juan Bautista de Mosquera and Santísimo Cristo de la Salud.
• Heritage sites Torre Medieval de Alcalalí, Ermita de San Juan Mosquera, Iglesia de la Natividad de Nuestra Señora.