Category: Social

Nativity scene in Torrevieja

Every year, after the celebration of the floral tribute to the Patron of the city of Torrevieja, Purisima Inmaculada Concepcion, the municipal Nativity Scene is opened in the church square which is opposite the main building of the Town hall. The nativity scene is set on 220m2 in the church square and includes around 900 figures of which many of them are representations of Torrevieja, such as the Torre del Moro, the Eras del Sal salt loading deck and the windmill of the Calvario square. A must for visitors to the area, the municipal nativity scene should be put in everyone’s diary for at least one visit. Different stands selling typical Christmas products like chestnuts, nuts, dried fruits and toys are also set in the surrounds of this fantastic nativity scene. There will be a large Christmas tree which will light up the square with it’s colourful lights and decoration.
Furthermore there is always a celebration outside the nearby church to see the New year in and to take part people need to eat one grape each time the clock strikes at midnight.

Did you know ? Beléns are elaborate nativity scenes – Belén is the Spanish word for Bethlehem. More than just a stable with animals and figurines, the Spanish beléns can be huge scenes, read more

Press Release from CLARO

Hi all, This is a press release from CLARO, the local politicial party fighting to get basic public amenities for us on the coast.

OUR TIME IS NOW TO GAIN COUNCILLORS

In the twenty years leading up to the last election in 2015, the PP party had ruled Orihuela providing a dedicated Councillor for Orihuela Costa and a budget for the coast till 2011.

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Our Beach Services are back !

Thanks to all the hard work and campaigning behind the scenes our local beach can once again enjoy the services of the lifeguard, beach hut and associated sun bed and toilet facilities. Long may it continue throughout the rest of the Summer and beyond.