This large international city is also the capital of the province of the same name. Alicante is the second largest city in the region. The cozy historic center offers a variety of museums, beautiful squares and historic buildings. The extensive shopping streets offer something for everyone and all well-known businesses are represented there. The long promenade is the ideal place to watch the passing public while enjoying a delicious tapa. Highly recommended here is the restaurant ¨Lizarran¨. This chain is known as the best when it comes to tapas. The promenade borders the beautiful marina which offers a very pleasant nightlife. There are countless restaurants and terraces and a selection of bars and discos for enthusiasts. The long sandy beaches that run seamlessly are very well equipped with parasols, sunbeds and lifeguards.