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OrpesaThe vella
In the tour of the towers and next to the Cala del Retor, is Orpesa la Vella, it is the first settlement that existed in the town.
Archaeological Site
Orpesa la Vella
Declared an asset of cultural interest. It dates from the Bronze Age, later occupied by Iberians and Muslims and some remains of the walls survive. It was abandoned during the Middle Ages, due to the danger due to the proximity of the sea and the continuous attacks, the population moved to the promontory of the castle.
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