Elche Spain 🇪🇸 Walking Tour | Explore the Heart of Elche

Elche (or Elx) is a vibrant town in the province of Alicante, Valencian Community, located along the Vinalopó River. Situated just 23 kilometers south of Alicante and 15 kilometers from the Mediterranean Sea, Elche is home to around 230,000 residents, making it the third most populous city in the region, after Valencia and Alicante. Known as the shoe capital of Spain, Elche boasts over 1,000 shoe factories, earning its reputation as the country's leading footwear hub. The town is also famous for its lush palm groves. The Elche Palm Grove, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the largest palm forest in Europe, with over 200,000 palm trees, offering a unique and historic landscape.

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