This pretty corner you’re standing in is named after Ruperto Chapí, the famous composer all the way from Villena. Chapí was a bit of a superstar in the late 1800s and early 1900s-think of him as the rockstar of Spanish zarzuela. In 1930, sculptor Vicente Bañuls chiseled a monument out of sturdy limestone, giving Chapí a spot not only in the hearts of music lovers but right here in the city he charmed with his melodies.
Now, the plaza may not belt out arias, but if you listen closely to the chatter and birds, maybe you’ll feel a little spark of creative drama. Soak in the blend of music, history, and the unmistakable charm of Alicante, and remember: you’re standing in the favorite hangout of a composer who knew how to put on a show-day or night, rain or shine, garden or grand stage.
