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Film spotlight: Villena castle lands role in major international movie

Villena is preparing for a starring role on the big screen after the ...

Iberian Ganga bird found by birdwatchers in Villena.

Hidden Gems

Feathers over Villena: A birdwatcher’s paradise in Alicante

Villena, the second largest town in Alicante province, is a hotspot for bird ...

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Madrid to Villena: The Bear and the Strawberry Tree sculpture

Villena has unveiled a fabulous new sculpture in Paseo Chapí to honour one ...

Local Events

Villena puts asparagus in the spotlight with a month of flavour

Food lovers are in for a treat. Villena launches its 2026 Asparagus Campaign. ...

A microphone, earphones and a click board to represent film production.

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Lights, camera, Costa Blanca: Villena castle lands starring film role

The Castillo de la Atalaya in Villena (Atalaya Castle) will soon take on ...

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From space to treasure: Villena’s meteorite iron bracelet

More than 60 years after workers near Villena on the Costa Blanca uncovered ...

A lady dressed in medieval gear opening her arms to flying lettuce. All part of the lettuce battle at Villena's medieval event.

Local Events

Villena goes medieval: Castles, torches and a lettuce battle

If you want to step back into the Middle Ages, head to Villena ...

A very cute Golden Labrador holding a flower in his mouth.

Local Events

Pretty pooches: Could your pet be Villena’s next social media star?

Does your pet have what it takes to become Villena’s next social media ...

Local Events

From chirigotas to confetti: Carnival fever takes over Villena

Villena is ready for its Carnival celebrations. Enjoy a packed four-day schedule running ...

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Villena uncorks a month of wine tourism with Enotur 2026

Villena is set to take centre stage this February as the town hosts ...

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