The Parpalló Impressions
The Essence of Our Land
We are nestled in a unique corner of the Valencian Community and are surrounded by natural beauty at every turn.
We are located a short drive from Gandia’s superb beaches and are encircled by the majestic mountains with Mondúver towering right above us. In here and every day, we find inspiration in our land’s history, the nature surrounding us, and the rich culinary traditions.
We are humbled by our privilege and we proudly share the wonders that we enjoy every day with our friends and with visitors from near and far.
On this page we invite you to experience the essence of our region through a poem and a selection of photographs that capture the spirit of our surroundings.
We look forward to welcoming you. Come and discover it for yourself!
Winter in La Drova
(Premonition of the Festival)
To Julia Pastor
Josep Piera
A translation from Valenciano
The soft light in purples falls calmly,
and, before my eyes, a song passes by,
flying, more sound than bird, a joy that enchants
the winter twilight, the ancient soul.
It grows dark. The light fades to greys.
In just a moment, night will erase
lights, songs, charms, vistas, and landscapes,
like the fleeting caress of an angel.
The moment. It’s cold. Enchantment. Nothing more
than this fleeting desire to feel
being, in a time, in a place
touching you, together in one life.
Right now, all that I have before me,
is beautiful, becomes a poem to me.
The old, enchanted valley, the calm soul
of this splendid midday in February.

Do you need more convincing before you come and visit us? Below you will find a mini gallery with photos from our area (click on the images to enlarge them).