«Don't disturb the seagulls", is the first thing they tell you these days at the entrance gate to the Dénia Castle. If that's not enough, there are several signs that make it clear: "Do not approach seagulls or their nests. They are very aggressive.». And not even with that. The races to get past a nest have been continuous this weekend, causing more than one scare among the most reckless visitors.
This Easter long weekend, Dénia has been packedTourism has responded to the good weather, and it's been noticeable on the streets. Everywhere you went, it was packed. And, of course, so were the main tourist attractions, such as the castle.
At Dénia Castle The presence of tourists has been constant, who have taken advantage of their visit to the city to get to know its main monument. And, in the process, they have also met their most territorial inhabitant: the seagull.
Close encounters with the owners of the territory
As every year around this time, the seagulls are in breeding season, which means they become more protective of their nests and more aggressive with anyone who approaches. This is how those who approach the Castle are constantly warned, assuming that it is his territoryBut it's inevitable that some careless people will end up face to face with these birds, even refusing to give in and change their route, bravely crossing where the animal—which, admittedly, doesn't mince words—repeatsly warns that it's not allowed to pass.
Those who have underestimated the warnings have starred in numerous races throughout the days, fleeing from the birds that, as they have already warned, They attack anyone who approaches their youngAnd they have had more than one scare as a souvenir.
It's another exciting tourist attraction. What's the problem? Something to record, upload to social media, and laugh about.