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Municipality in Valencian Community, Spain
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The small town of Biar, with its monumental Arabic castle, is one of the better-preserved medieval towns in Alicante (province) and in the Valencian Community.
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Castillo de Biar / Castle of Biar
Initially built in the 12th century by the Moors, the castle was conquered by King Jaime of Aragon and eventually marked the border between the kingdoms of Castile and Aragon. The central tower is the oldest part of the fortification, and was constructed of masonry and rammed earth. Especially noteworthy is the Almohad ribbed dome on the tower's second floor, which is one of the oldest domes of its type in Spain and the only one used in a fortress. The outer walls were added in the 15th century.
Museo Etnográfico Municipal / Municipal Ethnographic Museum
The 19th-century building houses a collection of regional historic and cultural artifacts, with a focus on ceramics.
Moros y Cristianos / Moors and Christians
Biar celebrates the Christian reconquista like many other towns in the area, complete with mock battles and bonfires.
A well-established pizzeria/tapas bar.
The casa rural has an outdoor pool, onsite restaurant, and free Wi-Fi.
The casa rural has an outdoor pool, onsite bar/restaurant, and free Wi-Fi. Pets permitted on request for no extra charge.
Completely renovated in 2011, the hotel has an outdoor pool, onsite restaurant, fitness centre, and free Wi-Fi. Pets permitted on request.
Ceramics have been manufactured in the town since the Moorish period. This workshop, founded in the late 19th century by a ceramics master from Manises, produces handmade and limited edition pieces using traditional white and blue patterns characteristic of Biar. Tours of the facility can be arranged by request.
The weekly street market is good for picking up fresh produce and various odds and ends.
By public transport
Getting in by public transport is possible, but requires some careful planning. To and from Villena Subus runs one bus a day Monday through Friday.
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