Cala Tío Ximo, Shingle beach in Benidorm, Spain.
Cala Tío Ximo is a shingle cove about 60 metres long and 6 metres wide at the foot of the Sierra Helada cliffs in Benidorm. Its shore is made of pebbles and stones, and the rocky seabed continues straight out from the water's edge, so the bottom drops away close to the beach.
Cala Tío Ximo lies at the foot of the Sierra Helada cliffs, within the protected Serra Gelada natural park. The cove stayed free of construction while Benidorm's beaches to the south were built up with hotels and apartment blocks from the 1960s onward. Its shingle shore and rocky seabed remain as they were, and the surrounding cliffs are protected rather than developed.
Local snorkelers come here regularly to explore the marine life among the rocky bottom. The sheltered setting attracts those seeking a quieter beach experience away from Benidorm's busier areas.
The beach is reachable by local bus or private car, with parking available nearby. Being smaller and less crowded than central beaches, it is easier to find space, though morning hours tend to be less busy.
The transparent water allows visitors to see the rocky seafloor and its creatures with remarkable clarity from the surface. This makes it possible to observe small fish and other marine life without needing deeper diving skills.
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