The archaeologist Rubén Cebrian Miralles will offer us his own impressive summary of what we currently know about the prehistory of Xabia and its surroundings.

Wednesday, February 19, 19,30 h.  Xàbia Museum

What we refer to as Prehistory is actually the most extensive period of time in the whole history of humankind.  As we now know, this era began in Africa more than two million years ago. However, in Xabia the earliest traces of humanity date back only 30.000 years. This is a tale beginning with the hunter-gatherers of the Paleolithic period and continuing right up to the end of the Bronze Age, around 3.000 years ago.

The talk will be in castellano, with PowerPoint slides in valenciano and English.
 

The AGM of the Asociación Amigos del Museo de Xàbia will take place on Wednesday 29 January 2020, in the Auditorium of the Museum. The first call for the meeting will be at 18:30 and the second at 19:00.

20.00 - Auditorium, Museum of Xàbia - Friday 17th January
Presentation: Quaderns del Museu de Xàbia 3 (2019)
La prehistòria de Xàbia i el seu entorn
(The Prehistory of Xàbia and its surroundings)
A revision of prehistory centred on Xàbia and its surrounding areas from the early Palaeolithic until the Bronze age - Authors Rubén Cebrián, Josep Casabó, Ximo Bolufer, Marco Aurelio Esquembre and others

The cliffs along the coast of Xàbia and other neighboring towns of the Marina Alta conceal behind their sheer walls some unique structures known as the ‘pesqueres’ (fishing platforms). 
These special structures treasured as part of our traditional culture are situated at the base of the cliffs just a few meters away from the sea and are almost always located in places which are extremely difficult to access. From these platforms on the cliff edge the local fisherman would make their living using a variety of techniques and instruments. 
This dangerous method of catching fish has been the cause of  many accidents and even some deaths since it was first put on record back in the 16th century. 
Jake Abbott and Felipe Escolano have been documenting this unique aspect of our traditional culture for many years now.  The result is a marvellous collection of photographs bringing together as one the landscape, the fishermen (peixqueres in the Valencian language) and the fish themselves. 
On Wednesday 18th December at 7pm in the Casa del Cable (situated in Avenida de la Marina in Javea Port) we will be visiting an exhibition of photographs entitled ‘Nits de Tinta’ (Inky Nights) showing some of the impressive work carried out by Jake and Felipe. After visiting the exhibition we plan to celebrate Christmas together with coffee and some of Javea’s traditional seasonal cakes and biscuits. ​

Next Friday 13th December we will be celebrating the Fiesta of Santa Lucía, the patroness of light; as part of the festivities the AMUX group have organized a walk up to the Ermita to celebrate the winter solstice. When we arrive at the Ermita, there will be hot chocolate and bambas (typical Javea cakes) for everyone! 

​We will meet in the Plaza de la Constitución (known locally as El Buit) outside Bar L’Encant at 09.30 am. 
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9,00: Bus leaves the bus station in Avda. Palmela
10,30: Arrival in Anna , time for coffee
11,30: Guided tour of palace Condes Cervellón.
13,30: Meal in restaurant. - specialities of the region
15,30: Visit to the castle of Bolbaite and return to Jávea
 Price: 35 euros for members of AMUX, 40 euros non members, all inclusive
 Please book before November 15th at the museum or online at e-mail to amuxabia@gmail.com and paying by bank on account number ES11 2100 2735 1501 0033 8307 (La Caixa).
You can also pay at the museum.
Please add your name and member number and “ANNA”.
The registration will be valid only after reception of the payment
*Be aware that you take part in AMUX activities at your own risk.
More info
Visita el Palacio de los Condes de Cervellón en Anna
https://www.valenciaturisme.org/blog/visita-el-palacio-de-los-condes-de-cervellon-en-anna/
​ Todo es una grata sorpresa en Bolbaite..!!
https://viper.es/blog/index.php/2019/02/17/ruta-elche-anna-bolbaite/

Wednesday, October 23, at 7:30 p.m.
Talk on underwater archaeology in Xàbia. studies and discoveries that are currently underway in Portixol. We look forwaqrd to seeing you!

Here is an introductory video from 2013
SOCIEDAD MAR PROJECT OF SPAIN
Xàbia, sea of history
2013-07-15 19:49:00 - Project 'Sea of Spain'.
Xàbia is one of the great jewels of the Spanish coast. Its spectacular beaches and coves contrast with the Mediterranean forest creating a landscape environment of infinite beauty.

​We have organized a trip to the fishing ground at Pesquera Banc d’Ambolo on  21st September  at 9.30 am.  Meeting point is the Javea Bus Station, Avenida de Palmera, where we can arrange to share cars. If you would like to come along please send me an e-mail and let me know if you wish to go in your own car or if you would like a lift. The location is a 15-20 minute drive away with a 20 minute walk to reach the actual site.  You should wear sturdy walking shoes, take a stick with you and bring a snack and a drink. We will return about 1 pm
Please note that you participate in all AMUX activities at your own risk. 
 

The activities planned until the end of the year are:
September 21, Saturday: visit to the fishery of Banc d'Ambolo, on the southern coast of Xàbia.
October 19, Saturday: Visit to Bicorp (cave paintings) and Anna (the two villages of the Canal de Navarrés region)
November 13, Wednesday: Talk about underwater surveys conducted by the Xàbia Museum in Portitxol.
December 13, Friday: Festival of Sant Llúcia. Ascent to the hermitage.
December 18, Wednesday: Christmas celebration.
We will send more details shortly.