Castellon, located on the Costa Azahar or orange blossom coast, it is best known for its annual Magdalena Fiesta, honourring Mary Magdelane, including processions, live music and performances from locals, which occurs during Lent and lasts for nine days. In addition there are parades as well as other recreational, sporting and religious activities throughout the festival period. The city also boasts some of Europes most striking architecture, including the gothic and impossing Concatedral de Santa Maria, dating back to the 13th century. If you are interested in venturing out of the city and into the surrounding mountains, we suggest you look into car hire whilst in Castellon.