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The medieval tower of Alcalalí stands in the Plaça de l'Ajuntament and was for a long time the tallest building in the city, until a church was built in front of it in the 18th century. Even today, they remain the two tallest buildings in Alcalalí, and no modern construction has detracted from the charm and essence of the historic center. The medieval tower of Alcalalí was built at the end of the 14th century. At that time, Alcalalí and La Vall de Pop were frequently attacked by pirates and bandits; the tower served as a watch post and a refuge in case of invasion. Later, at the behest of the Ruiz de Lihory family, a palatial residence was built, connected to the tower by a drawbridge. This family ruled Alcalalí until 1837, which is why the building is also known as the Torre y Palacio Señorial de Rois de Liori (Torre and Palace of the Kings of Lihory). Since 1992, the tower has belonged to the Alcalalí city council, which restored it and transformed it into a viewpoint that visitors can climb to enjoy the incredible panorama of the Vall de Pop. The tower's original five-story structure has been preserved, and the first and second floors now house a museum. On the third floor, you can admire engravings and graffiti from the 16th to 18th centuries, offering a glimpse into the customs and traditions of Alcalá's inhabitants during that period.

Located on the Plaça de l'Ajuntament is the Església de la Nativitat de Nostra Senyora, the parish church of the charming town of Alcalalí. It is a building with a long history, although it is not the first Catholic church in Alcalalí; that one was built in 1577. The Església de la Nativitat de Nostra Senyora, as we know it today, was built between 1768 and 1808. Unfortunately, a large part of the building was destroyed during the Spanish Civil War. Many residents hid valuable items in their homes, which were returned after the war. Reconstruction of the church was completed in 1961, and today this imposing basilica is open to visitors. It is a neoclassical building with a Latin cross floor plan and two bays with side chapels between the buttresses. The interior is decorated with neoclassical motifs and the image of Cristo de la Salud, which is of significant historical value. Equally important is the bell of Sant Joanet de la Mosquera, located in the belfry; it is a cultural treasure that originated from the chapel of Sant Joan de la Mosquera. The parish museum of San Juan de la Ribera, located inside the church, is well worth a visit. It houses paintings, sculptures, gold and silver work, clothing belonging to the Lihori family, and a library detailing the history of the parish.

very slippery on rocks when wet

short VIDEO about hiking in this area could be found at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kfHMhDC-C0U

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Lots of pebbles

Picnic tables available.

Beautiful iconic route with the most popular climb Coll de Rates and a restaurant at the top. You can add 3 km and go to the meteorological observatory, an average of 10% climb