Oliva Feature
• Oliva San Roc Fiesta in May, Gorgeous, Les Creus de Maig!

OLIVA has celebrated the Moors conversion to Christianity since 1609. For nine, beautiful days (La Novena) from May 1st, Mass is celebrated in the chapel of the Christ, San Roc Church and Oliva Old Town streets are embellished with lovely "Les Creus de Maig," monumental crosses made of flowers and palm leaves. During the day enjoy exciting Pelota Valenciana matches are played, as they have been for hundreds of years in the old town streets. This lovey, peaceful and gentle fiesta is a perfect background or focus for time in Oliva during, for the past few years, what has been a perfect time to stay in Oliva!

The fiesta finishes with a solemn, beautiful procession around the old town in honor of Christ and a dramatic firework display from San Roc Square.


Hola Oliva holiday tip
Oliva House is a perfect location for all of Olivas fiestas including the Fiesta De San Roc. Located on a peaceful no through road steps away from San Roc Square enjoy an interesting, historical peaceful stay. At this time of the year you may also enjoy warm sunny days perfect for hiking, biking, beach sports, golf. Feel free to email any questions you may have about booking Oliva House May 1-9 2011.