Altea is a town in Spain ,located on the Mediterranean coast in the province of Alicante at 50 kilometers northeast of the city of Alicante and 120 kilometers south of the city of Valencia .It has an area of 34,43 km and is built on a hill.It is one of the most attractive cities ,with can be found on the "Costas Blanca"
The city was founded by the Iberians and Romans . In 1244 Altea reconquered by Jaime I Of Aragon .
The parochial church dedicated by the Virgin del Consuelo (Our lady of Solace was built at the start of the last century ,and beside it is the plaza (Plaza de Nuestra Señora del Consuelo ) situated high above the town offering super views of Altea and the coastline beyond the church is built on top of the hill .Next to it is the Plaza ( Plaza de Nuestra Señora del Consuelo ) ,with stunning views of Altea and the coastline .Running down enjoy the narrows streets ,with his attractive white houses . and not to forget the market every Tuesday from 10:00 a.m to 2:00 p.m .