Sax, Medieval town in Alicante Province, Spain
The town of Sax rises against a rocky formation, with its castle standing prominently at the highest point of the settlement.
Archaeological discoveries near Sax reveal ancient settlements dating back to the Bronze Age, including remains of Iberian necropolis and Roman villas.
The annual Moors and Christians festival in February fills the streets with parades, music, and traditional costumes representing historical events.
Located 49 kilometers from Alicante Airport, Sax connects to major cities through regular train services and maintains a modern medical center.
The El Plano forest surrounding Sax contains one million pine trees, creating an extensive natural area for hiking and outdoor activities.
Location: Province of Alicante
Location: Alto Vinalopó
Capital city: Sax
Elevation above the sea: 472 m
Part of: Mancomunidade Intermunicipal de La Vall del Vinalopó
Shares border with: Biar, Castalla, Elda, Petrer, Salinas, Villena
Website: http://sax.es
GPS coordinates: 38.53944,-0.81611
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:28
Castillo de Sax
137 m
Posición Yuste
4.3 km
Castillo de Elda
6.7 km
Elda Footwear Museum
7.5 km
Castillo de Petrer
7.5 km
Poblado íbero-romano de El Monastil
4.6 km
El Poblet
4.3 km
Elda Dam
4.2 km
Church of Saint Ann, Elda
6.9 km
Teatro Castelar
7.2 km
Aqueduct of Sant Rafael
6.2 km
Archeologic Museum of Elda
7.2 km
Cuevas de la Huesa Tacaña
4.5 km
Torreta de Elda
4.8 km
Casino Eldense
7.1 km
Yacimiento Arqueologico Del Monastil
5.6 km
Monumento to Emilio Castelar in Elda
7.1 km
Fábrica de Luz del Monastil
5.6 km
FICIA Monument
7.5 km
Church of the Assumption
162 m
Church of the Immaculate
7.3 km
Franciscan Convent in Biar
10.8 km
Ermita de la Soledat de Saix
600 m
Chapel of Saint Blaise
73 m
Ermita de Santa Eulalia
4.3 km
Church of Saint Anne
6.9 km
Chalet de Porta
7.4 km
Chapel of Christ on the Calvary
7.6 kmReviews
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