What to see in Guadalest

Small town of fewer than 200 inhabitants from the 11th century, though founded during Arab occupation.

Reservoir created in 1969 for irrigation, with turquoise waters surrounded by cliffs.

Baroque church rebuilt in 1962 after destruction from the War of Succession.

Collection of microsculptures by Manuel Ussà created without breathing, between heartbeats.

Lookout that opens over a cliff from the heart of the medieval citadel.

Cylindrical and independent bell tower that stands alone on a rocky outcrop, appearing as the bow of a ship suspended in the void.

11th-century fortress built during Muslim occupation at the highest point of the rocky peak.

17th-century manor house built after the 1644 earthquake by the Orduña family, of Basque origin and governors of the castle.

11th-century fortress reinforcing defences alongside the castle of San José, partially hidden atop perilous cliffs.

Tunnel carved from living rock with a round arch, the only pedestrian entrance to the medieval citadel.

12th-century vaulted cell located in the crypt of the town hall. Excavated from solid rock, it remains closed behind a grille where you can…

Small cemetery set at nearly 600 metres altitude on the upper terrace of the castle of San José, beside its walls.

Collection of over 20,000 salt and pepper shakers from around the world, ordered by material or theme.

Museum of 70 cm scale dollhouses built from stone, brick and clay tiles. On the ground floor, tiny houses completely furnished.

Typical 18th-century house excavated into rock in the Arab-origin citadel, accessible by tunnel.

11th-century cylindrical watch tower standing on a rocky pinnacle, whose access is extremely difficult.