Busot Postal Codes: 03111 | Campo de Alicante, Alicante, Comunidad Valenciana

Key Facts

Busot is a municipality located in the province of Alicante, within the autonomous community of Valencia, Spain. Situated in the comarca of Campo de Alicante, it lies approximately 18 kilometers north of the city of Alicante, nestled at the foot of the Cabezón de Oro mountain in the Prebaetic System. The municipality covers an area of about 33.8 square kilometers and has a population of around 3,000 residents. Busot is administratively divided into the main town of Busot itself and the smaller hamlet of El Campello, though the latter is often associated more closely with the coastal municipality of El Campello. The area is known for its dry Mediterranean climate, with hot summers and mild winters, typical of the southeastern Iberian Peninsula. Historically, Busot has been influenced by various cultures, including Iberian, Roman, and Moorish settlements, with local landmarks such as the Cova de les Aranyes (Cave of the Spiders) showcasing prehistoric rock art. Today, its economy is primarily based on agriculture, particularly almond and olive cultivation, alongside some small-scale tourism attracted by its natural surroundings and proximity to the Costa Blanca. For detailed postal code information and further subdivision data for Busot and its localities, please consult the relevant municipal and provincial resources.

Neighboring Regions

• Alicante
• El Campello
• Aigües
• Orxeta
• Relleu
• Jijona