Orihuela Area Description

The city of Orihuela Spain lies about 50 km south west of Alicante, just between Elche and Murcia. It was home to the famous Spanish poet Miguel Hernandez. It was extremely important in the 8th Century as it housed the headquarters of the Dukedom of Teodomiro. This nobleman converted Orihuela into the capital of the Christian kingdom. It remains very proud of all its monuments.

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Weather Conditions For Alicante Province Current Conditions: Fair, 29 C Forecast: Fri - Sunny. High: 32 Low: 25 Sat - Sunny. High: 32 Low: 23 Full Forecast at Yahoo! Weather (provided by The Weather Channel)

 

Hotels in Orihuela

Hotel Hotel Montepiedra The Hotel Montepiedra is situated in the urbanization Dehesa de Campoamor, 200m from the beach. More information...

Hotel Sh Palacio De Tudemir The Palacio de Tudemir hotel is located in the old centre of Orihuela, where guests will find its shops and monuments next to the cathedral. More information...

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