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Torrevieja highlighted in UN report on drug trafficking
Torrevieja has been mentioned in a United Nations (UN) report on drugs, namely cocaine trafficking, in which it warns of the increase in violence in Europe related to the illicit trade in this drug. The report highlights Torrevieja as an example of an area where public safety has deteriorated due to drug trafficking. The Global …
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A “Civilised” start to St Patrick’s Day in Torrevieja
Torrevieja celebrated the start of St Patrick’s Day with a special mass, held in English and Spanish, before the celebrations were taken outside to the Plaza de la Constitucion. After the mass, the Irish flag was raised, in the presence of both the Mayor of the town, Eduardo Dolón, and the Councillor for International Residents, …
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St Patrick’s Day in Torrevieja
If you’re looking for a more civilised start to your St Patrick’s Day celebrations, Torrevieja is the place to go. The day starts with mass in the Iglesia de la Inmaculada, in English and Spanish, starting at 10:00. Then, from 11:00 in the Plaza de la Constitution, the Irish flag will be raised, followed by …
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Torrevieja May Fair Cancelled This Year (2023)
One of the main tourist attractions that brings people to the town, the Torrevieja May Fair, or Feria de Mayo, will not take place in 2023 due to construction work taking place in the port area, and will, instead, be replaced by a mini “tribute” to the event. Quite why the council has decided not …
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Torrevieja to Recognise the 1829 Earthquake with a Series of Events
The Ars Creatio Cultural Association, with the collaboration of the Department of Security and Emergencies of the Torrevieja Council, are organising a series of events to mark the 1829 Torrevieja Earthquake which occurred on 21 March 1829. The aim of the event is to bring the public closer to a part of the history of …
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