Towns of South-East Spain - Costa Blanca North

Albacete

A modern and functional city, located on the plains of La Mancha, at the confluence of the river Balazote with the canal of Maria Christina, which flows into the river Jucar, with a population of approximately 24500.

Albacete comprises the picturesque old upper town and the new or lower town, with law courts, schools, barracks, hospitals, a council-hall, and other modern buildings, mostly erected after the city became the provincial capital in 1833. It is one of a dwindling number of Spanish towns to still sport a much used bull-ring.

The town itself is surrounded by a fertile plain, and has considerable trade in saffron and agricultural produce. Albacete, formerly famous for its extensive trade in cutlery, was once known as the Sheffield of Spain, but is now more famous for its daggers, which many Spaniards still hold in high repute. These coarsely manufactured, formidable weapons, with richly ornamented handles, frequently bear proverbial inscriptions suitable to their murderous appearance.

The manufacture of matches is aided by the existence of sulpher workings in the vicinity
The annual cattle market, held in September, extends over several days and is a real must for anyone visiting the area.

This is a good choice of location if you are looking real ‘Spanish’ life

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