The
Torrevieja region is rated by the World Health Organisation
as one of the healthiest places to live in the world.
Partly because of the sunshine, but also because of
the two huge natural salt lakes within 2 kilometers
of the town centre. These salt lakes draw moisture from
the air resulting in an extremely low humidity level.
It compares favourably with the Costa's to the South
- del Sol, which has a higher rainfall, and Calida which
can be windy.
The climate is of course
beneficial permitting an outdoor life for much of the year.
The benefits to sufferers of arthritis, rheumatism, allergies
and skin complaints have been well documented over the
years.
Most of Torrevieja's beaches have been awarded
the coveted blue flag for cleanliness and freedom from
pollution. Other beaches, to the north and to the south of the
town are similarly approved. So if swimming in the clear blue
Mediterranean is your cup of tea, you won't find a better and
safer place to do it.
The town itself is typically
Spanish. There are many sea front cafes and restaurants to
choose from and an abundance of shops.
In and around
the area there are three golf courses that are of championship
standard, Villa Martin, Las Ramblas and Campoamar. These are
all within a ten minute drive of our property. The world
renowned La Manga complex is a thirty minute drive round the
Marmenor (Inland sea). This complex boasts three 18-hole
courses.
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A final word
about the climate, you can expect 300 days sunshine
throughout the year and less than 30 days rain. Put
another way 25 days in every month are sunny!
Our apartment is situated in a small urbanisation
called La Florida, which is a balance of year round
residents and holiday homes alike.
La Florida phase two is a small urbanisation set inland
five minutes drive from the coast. It is one of a
number of communities in the area. Our holiday home
occupies a ground floor corner position with six steps
leading to a dining terrace immediately outside the
door - perfect for early morning coffee.
Below the terrace is an L shaped patio garden,which
is ideal for those balmy evenings and al fresco dining.
There is also ample space for sun loungers, all garden
furniture is provided. The location of the garden
is very secluded but yet only a matter of a few paces
away is a beautiful swimming pool solely for the use
of residents and generally is very quiet. Almost everyone's
garden has a variety of flora and fauna including
palm trees, lemon trees, cacti and bougainvillea giving
a sub tropical effect within the gardens.
The complex is gated and lit for your security and
therefore you will not find people ambling through,
therefore night time is very tranquil lending itself
to a good nights sleep.
For more information on the area, please visit http://www.torrevieja.com/index_ingles.html
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