Local Life - St Helens - September 2019

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and see the elephants roaming free. Meanwhile,
at Mundomar, snap a photo with parakeets, swim
with sea lions and witness the extraordinary feats of
skilled dolphins. Regular feeding sessions take place
with the lemurs and penguins too. Both parks help
to protect endangered species by recreating their
natural environments and protecting vulnerable
animals from outside threats.
Wanting to escape the hustle and bustle definitely
merits a visit to Benidorm’s Old Town, where you’ll
find the San Jaime Church. Dating back to the
eighteenth century, the Neoclassical church is
dedicated to St. James, the patron saint of Benidorm,
and set back on a picturesque hill in the Old Town. It
features a traditional blue Mediterranean dome and
is a must-visit for fans of Spanish architecture. In
the twisting streets of the Old Town you’ll also find
the ruins of Benidorm Castle, which was originally
built to defend the region from pirates. Some
of the original walls still stand today, providing
spectacular views across the coast. The El Cisne flea
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market takes place every Sunday, with fruit and veg
stalls popping up on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Foodies will be delighted to discover Calle Santo
Domingo, a.k.a. Tapas Alley – so named because
of the abundance of tapas bars you’ll find along
it. Whether you’re craving authentic Paella, spicy
chorizo or something a bit sweeter, you won’t have
to walk far to find it.
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Just a few miles north up the coast lies Valencia: a
city of juxtapositions. Spain’s answer to the Sydney
Opera House, the Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias
is hard to miss, jutting out from the harbour as it
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