Monuments
The most significant monument of Javea is the Church of San Bartolome in the centre of the Old Town. This Gothic Church dates back to the 12th Century and its tower bell can be seen from any part of the region.
Church
Along the coast of Javea there are several observation towers which used to serve to spot enemy ships. When a watchman observed an enemy boat, he would light his torch and with the fire he communicated with other observation towers, and so starting a visual form of early alarming the inhabitants of Javea. At this moment there are two of such towers in perfect state, one is located in Portitxol and the other one in the Ambolo, but last is closed to public.
A second important Church can be found in the port, the Virgin of the Loreto, which has been constructed in 1967. This more modern Church has a remarkable structure, namely in the shape of a ship’s hull, and was dedicated to the town’s patron, “La Virgen Santa de Loreto.”
Towards the end of San Antonio (port) the religious home of the Virgin of the Angels can be found, a monastery by the order of the Hieronymites it was run by a single monk, who took care of ill patients and those who were dying. In summer it still attracts large groups of visiting students and during July there are fiestas named after this religious place.
Museum of Archeology and Ethnology Soler Blasco
Opening hours: Summer: Monday till Wednesday / 10.00-13.00 and 18.00-21.00
Winter: Monday till Wednesday / 10.00-13.00 (only mornings)
Location: Palace of Antonio Bañuls (Old Town)
Telephone: 96 5791 098
Exhibitions: The museum exhibits various archeological findings from the surrounding areas, especially the Iberian treasure found on the round to Benitachell. On the ground the oldest and most treasured findings of the Montgo are displayed.
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