History of the town of Javea
THE HISTORY OF JAVEA
The streets in the old town of Javea are worth exploring with the fortified Gothic church (San Bartolome) and a very good museum (Museo Etnografico 'Soler Blasco') which explains the history of the coast from Palaeolithic times through Iberian, Roman and Medieval times.
In
1244, King Jamie claimed Javea back from the Moors. In the 14th century,
King Jamie II built a further fortress and the town’s walls along
the streets of Maria Gallard, Primicies, Major and Roques.
In the 15th century an economic recovery with an increase in population began. This improvement of wealth is reflected in building habits with many new streets built and the city gates constructed.
Javea's population significantly increased and drew the attention of the Barbarians. As a consequence, fortresses and churches were built, including the church Eglesia de Sant Bertomeu (San Bartolome).
During the early 1500’s plague was prevalent in Javea and the town’s hospital was built. All that is now left of this hospital is the Capella de Santa Anna.
In the 18th century Javea participated in the succession war on the side of the Bourbon and gained a number of privileges. In addition to numerous honorary titles, Javea received permission to build a harbour from which it was able to export fruit to other countries. A trade which began with raisins and then extended to wheat, grapes, bread and olives.
From the second half of the 19th century onwards, the manufacturing process and export of raisins became the major industry.
If you are visiting Javea on holiday or if you live in Javea or are thinking of moving to Javea we hope this page on the history of Javea has been useful.
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