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The Hermitage of the Holy Christ of Bocairent is one of the most emblematic and spiritual places in the municipality, both for its history and its privileged location. Built in the 16th century, the hermitage is located atop a mountain north of the town. According to local legend, travelers—believed to be angels sent by God—indicated the exact spot where the cult building was to be built. Before this revelation, locals had seen three mysterious lights symbolizing the three crosses of Mount Calvary.

Beautiful, you have to go up there at least once in your life.

During the summer months of July and August, you must make a reservation via https://www.ontinyent.es/va/pagina/pou-clar. This is only possible for Spanish residents with a NI number. Once you have a reservation, you can take a bus from Ontinyent Poliesportiu Municipal to Pou Clar on weekends. There is no parking at Pou Clar during these months. Parking is available at Poliesportiu Municipal. From there, it's a walk of about 2 kilometers. And then you'll find yourself in a beautiful setting with wonderfully refreshing water.

Pou Clar is a beautiful natural site located near Bocairent, in the Albaida Valley. This place is known for its crystal-clear pools formed by the Clariano River. The pools have names such as "Pou dels Esclaus", "Pou Gelat" and "Pou dels Cavalls" Pou Clar is ideal for swimming and enjoying nature, especially in the summer months. In addition, the surroundings offer hiking trails that allow you to explore the natural beauty of the area.

This is where the Clariano river rises in the Sierra de l'Ombria and the natural pools have created a unique landscape. The geology of the area has created these round bodies of water over time and each has its own name. There are Pou dels Esclaus, Pou Clar, Pou Gelat, Pou de la Reixa, Pou Fosc and Pou dels Cavalls. In the winter months, the small car park by the bridge is open. From there, a staircase leads directly to the first pool.

descend slowly

Serra de Mariola Natural Park, please note that driving is prohibited if the track or path is less than 2 metres wide. The fine is 600 euros

The La Cova Negra municipal natural area is located in the municipality of Játiva, province of Valencia. In the Cova Negra is the Middle Paleolithic site in which remains of Homo Neanderthal have appeared. This natural area is located in the narrow valley formed by the Albaida River, as it crosses the reliefs of the Sierra Grossa, at the exit of the so-called Estret de les Aigües. In the widest meander formed by the Albaida River, at the height of Pico del Paller, you can see the Cova Negra, named for the blackish appearance of its walls.