Jávea-Xàbia, has a rich history, possibly due to its special situation on the coast. The exact position of the town, the climate, together with the rich soil of the valley, meant that many colonists and invaders decided to settle here.

Possibly the most important and relevant periods in Javea-Xàbia’s history are its Romanisation and the Muslim era.

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From a sightseeing point of view, you should visit the church Iglesia de San Bartolome, which was built in the 12th century. Also of interest is the museum Soler Blasco, which can be found in the calle Primicias. The museum displays a copy of the treasure of Javea, which consists of jewellery from the past centuries. The original treasure of Javea can be seen in Madrid.

To me, the most impressive sightseeing point of Javea is not the buildings but the wonderful view from the Cabo de Nao San Martin. Walking up a path from the Javea harbour - the hill of the bay allows an impressive view of the Cabo de nao.

Alongside of Javea you will also find the Cabo de Nao - a small hill - with a lighthouse on top. The Cabo can be reached by car or bus - on a road surrounded by Javea and residential areas. The top of the Cabo de Nao gave me the impression as the last piece of hill of Javea which has not been built on. As well as the Cabo de San Martin a must for every Javea tourist, because of the wonderful view

 

Divided into three areas

There are about 24 000 habitants of Javea who live in three different parts of the town. The village of Javea which lies about 3 km land inward, the port of Javea and the area around the beach of Javea. In the old part of Javea there are still some traditionally built houses with balconies remaining. Along with some Javea Hotels, you should enjoy spending your time just passing by the little shops.