Crevillent is situated in the province of Alicante in south eastern Spain. The town sits at the base of the Serra de Crevillent mountain range and Crevillent homes approximately thirty thousand residents. The local Valencian spelling of the town name is Crevillent, while the Spanish town name is the slight variation of Crevillente.
The facilities available in the area provide a variety of diversions available to those living in Crevillent, including sports, such as skating and tennis, and cultural events such as dance and music at the Chapi theatre. In addition, Crevillent is home to the Unio Musical Society, which dates back to 1860. Crevillent's musical heritage has produced some singers of international reknown, including Jose Antonio Sempere and Antonio Gandia.
As well as pieces of his work at the Easter Museum in Crevillent, Mariano Benlliure's work can also be seen at the Monographical Mariano Benlliure Museum. One of Valencia's most renowned artists, his work can be found across the globe and here many of his sculptures can be found.
Also of historic interest are Crevillent Castle and Crevillent's defensive walls. Both monuments are mostly destroyed but the remains of some of the walls and foundations can still be seen today.
With an arid climate, diverse range of places to visit and attractions, Crevillent is popular with Spanish and international tourists looking for a mostly traditional holiday in Spain and is increasingly chosen as a second home destination, away from the busier package holiday coastal resorts. Crevillent villas can be found for sale from approximately 200,000 euros and upwards, depending on size, quality and location.
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