{"id":11863,"date":"2024-11-01T10:44:11","date_gmt":"2024-11-01T09:44:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hoteldonpancho.es\/?p=11863"},"modified":"2024-10-23T16:52:27","modified_gmt":"2024-10-23T14:52:27","slug":"history-tradition-benidorm-the-other-side-of-the-city","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hoteldonpancho.es\/en\/blog\/history-tradition-benidorm-the-other-side-of-the-city\/","title":{"rendered":"History and Tradition of Benidorm, the Other Side of the City"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Benidorm is much more than a tourist paradise filled with skyscrapers and sunny beaches; it\u2019s a city with a deep soul, shaped by centuries of history and rooted traditions that often go unnoticed amidst the camera flashes and the hustle and bustle of tourists. <\/strong>Behind its vibrant modern facade lies an ancient legacy that tells the story of brave fishermen, religious legends, and a rural life that once dominated this corner of the Mediterranean. For those who venture into its heart, Benidorm reveals a lesser-known, yet equally fascinating side, where tradition and modernity are uniquely intertwined. Stay and discover with us the history and tradition of Benidorm.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Historia y tradici\u00f3n de Benidorm, puntos clave<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1. Origins and Foundation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The history of Benidorm dates back to the time of the Iberians and Romans, though it was officially founded as a town in 1325 by Admiral Bernat de Sarri\u00e0 under the reign of James II of Aragon. For centuries, Benidorm remained a modest fishing village, focused on maritime activities and fishing, especially tuna, which was one of its main economic sources.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Fishing and the “Almadraba”<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One of Benidorm’s most important traditions was the practice of “almadraba,” a fishing method used to catch tuna as they migrated through the Mediterranean. This fishing system was crucial to the town’s economy until the mid-20th century. The Almadraba of Benidorm peaked in the 18th and 19th centuries, and fishing families would spend months at sea during the fishing season. Although the almadraba has disappeared today, it remains an essential part of the city’s historical memory.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. The Virgin of the Suffrage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One of Benidorm’s most cherished and deep-rooted traditions is the devotion to the Virgin of the Suffrage, the town’s patron saint. According to legend, in 1740, a burning ship appeared off the coast of Benidorm, which was towed ashore by fishermen. Fearing the ship might carry disease, the authorities decided to burn it. However, inside the vessel, they found an intact image of the Virgin, which was considered miraculous. Since then, the Virgin of the Suffrage has been the town’s patron, and every year on March 16, a grand celebration is held in her honor, the Fiesta Mayor Patronal.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Traditional Festivals<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In addition to the Fiesta Mayor in honor of the Virgin of the Suffrage, Benidorm celebrates other festivals that reflect its historical and cultural identity:<\/p>\n\n\n\n