{"id":4980,"date":"2025-02-27T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-02-27T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/costablanca-magazin.com\/?p=4980"},"modified":"2025-07-17T10:25:13","modified_gmt":"2025-07-17T08:25:13","slug":"the-mysterious-side-of-the-costa-blanca-in-the-present-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/costablanca-magazin.com\/en\/freizeit\/aktivitaeten-und-ausfluege\/die-mysterioese-seite-der-costa-blanca-in-der-gegenwart\/","title":{"rendered":"The mysterious side of the Costa Blanca in the present day"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The mysterious side of the Costa Blanca\nin the present.<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Modern myths - UFOs,\nlights and\nother mysteries - From inexplicable celestial phenomena\nto missing travellers<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Myths and legends are not just relics of the past on the Costa Blanca. Even today, there are stories that fire the imagination - from strange lights over the mountains to reports of UFO sightings and mysterious caves. These modern myths attract just as many curious visitors as the stories from centuries past.<\/p>

Montg\u00f3 - The mystery of the wandering lights<\/strong>
The Montg\u00f3 is already known as a place of treasures (see article 1: Moors and Christians) and a mountain full of mythical stories (see article 5: Fairytale creatures). But even in the present day, it remains a magnet for the inexplicable.<\/p>

Time and again, people report wandering lights above the summit that seem to move in an unnatural way. Whether reflections, aeroplanes or even UFOs - the phenomena regularly provoke discussion. Scientific explanations remain vague, but the legends surrounding the Montg\u00f3 continue to grow.
Tip<\/em>Observe the celestial spectacle at night from the Les Planes viewpoint in the Montg\u00f3 Nature Park. The clear sky not only offers room for imagination, but also fantastic views.<\/p>

The mysterious cave of Polop<\/strong>
The charming mountain village of Polop is known for its Fuente de los Chorros fountain, but there is a darker legend surrounding a locked cave in the surrounding mountains. Hikers who ventured too far were said to have disappeared there.<\/p>

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The cave itself is not accessible, but its history remains part of the local narrative.
Tip<\/em>Visit Polop and enjoy the old town centre, which impresses with its quiet charm and panoramic views.<\/p>

UFO sightings<\/strong>at the Playa de San Juan<\/strong>
Playa de San Juan, one of the most popular beaches near Alicante, is the scene of recurring UFO reports. Since the 1960s, people have seen luminous objects in the sky that have disappeared at incredible speed or hovered motionless for minutes.<\/p>

One of the most famous incidents occurred in 1974, when several witnesses independently described a glowing red object that appeared at dusk. Whether meteorological phenomena or genuinely extraterrestrial visitors - the stories surrounding the playa persist.
Tip<\/em>The extensive Playa de San Juan is ideal for evening walks and stargazing. Who knows what you'll discover?<\/p>

Pe\u00f1\u00f3n de Ifach - <\/strong>Voices from the depths<\/strong>
The Pe\u00f1\u00f3n de Ifach near Calpe is not only an impressive natural monument, but also the scene of numerous myths (see article 2: Pirates and sailors and article 5: Fairytale creatures).
At night, especially in stormy weather, fishermen and hikers report voices that seem to come from the cliffs - a sound reminiscent of cries for help. Some suspect that it is the echo of waves and wind, while others believe in the ghosts of lost sailors.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Tip<\/em>The ascent to the summit is impressive during the day. However, you should be equipped with sturdy shoes and a torch for night-time visits.<\/p>

Other mystical places in the region<\/strong><\/p>