The best MTB trails around Benimeli

Description The Ermita de la Sangre in Murla is a small church located in the heart of the town. Behind its walls lies a long history. The building's history stretches from the Middle Ages to the present day, resulting in various uses and changes to its appearance. The Ermita de la Sangre in Murla was restored in 1979. It is a semi-detached building with a vaulted ceiling and two transverse arches, above which, from the altar, stands the image of Ecce Homo. To one side is the old Chapel of San Francisco de Borja, which has housed the image of the town's patron saint, the Divine Aurora, since 1856. History The Ermita de la Sangre in Murla has a centuries-old history. Although the exact date of its construction is unknown, all indications point to around 1591. The building was formerly the city's old women's hospital, which, like these rooms in the Middle Ages, was converted into a hermitage invoking the Blood of Christ. However, it had been used as a prison long before that. In 1600, the prison was located within the hospital, but the diocese at the time decided to separate them. Documents indicate that the old prison was located where the image of the divine Aurora is currently situated.

It's a semi-urban beach with fine, golden sand, located at the southern end of Oliva, bordering Dénia. It measures approximately 700 meters long and 100 meters wide, with moderate occupancy but relative tranquility even in summer. The surrounding area includes a dune system with vegetation and is situated at the beginning of the Costa Blanca.

The Greenwich Meridian runs through Denia in Spain, and there's a tourist initiative called Meridiano 0 that offers walks and cycling routes along this imaginary line. Denia is located in the Valencian Community, and the meridian passes just north of the city before entering the Mediterranean Sea. Several markers and monuments can be found along the line in Spain.

Just off the road between Sagra and Pego, the small turnoff toward Vall d’Ebo leads into one of the most beautiful and tranquil climbs in the Costa Blanca mountains. It may not be famous outside of cycling circles — but pros know it well: Tadej Pogačar holds the Strava KOM on this climb. From the Pego side, the ascent runs for about 8 km, gaining 400 metres at a steady average of 5%. The road is smooth, quiet, and beautifully engineered — with a flowing rhythm and wide, elegant curves. The landscape is peaceful and wild, with cliffs, pines, and far-reaching views. At the top, just before you descend into Vall d’Ebo, you’re rewarded with a spectacular view in both directions: looking back, the coastline and the Mediterranean Sea; looking ahead, the lush green valley of Vall d’Ebo, framed by rugged ridges and rocky outcrops. It’s a rare and stunning double panorama. If you continue past the village, you can create a magnificent loop via Pla de Petracos, riding through remote canyons and ancient rock formations before descending into Benigembla and back to the Vall de Pop. If you're riding from Vall d’Ebo toward Pego, the climb is shorter — about 3 km at 6% — but still very scenic, especially as you rise above the valley with dramatic views behind you. Vall d’Ebo may be quiet, but it’s world-class: pure road, total calm, and the kind of climb you’ll want to ride again and again.

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short videos about hiking and cycling in area around Coll de Rates could be found on my YouTUBE Channel under following links: - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RiUgVTg041U (cycling) -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kfHMhDC-C0U (hiking)

short videos about hiking and cycling in area around Coll de Rates could be found on my YouTUBE Channel under following links: - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RiUgVTg041U (cycling) -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kfHMhDC-C0U (hiking)

Nice climb on a quiet road.