Canada de la Lena
Canada de la Lena is in an area great natural charm in the district of the town of Abanilla (Murcia), located between the mountains of Barinas, Espada and Quibas. The village is 10 minutes from the town of Pinoso, just off the road to Fortuna and close to the town of Algueña. Alicante airport and beaches are about 50 minutes away.
The village was previously known as Los Martinez, and was founded by this family of woodcutters. The economy of the village is based on agriculture, livestock and wine production and also benefits from the marble industry.
The small village church, dedicated to the Virgen del Carmen, is situated in the village square along with 2 bar restaurants. The village fiesta is celebrated on July 16 in honor of the Virgen del Carmen. The cuisine of the people is typical Murcian and Valencian dishes, based on salads, snails, gazpacho, gachamigas and meat.
Farm houses, town houses, and villas are available to purchase in and around this friendly village.