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The Foundation has chosen Xàbia for this important action since it is a hot spot for biodiversity in the Mediterranean and there is considerable knowledge of the environment. From Econoticias recommended even from the Blue Flag protocol, candidacies for 2018 are being prepared Denia uses Posodonia (sea grass) barriers to prevent beach erosion. An entrepreneur is planning making the building which houses the Sabadell bank in the old town (Plaza Celestino Pons) into a cosy, charming hotel. Built at the end of the 19th century, the house has two parts occupied by the bank and another part which overlooks calle Roques. It looks in good condition on the outside, apart from some graffiti, but inside is a different story. The idea is to convert the top two floors into a small hotel. From :La Marina PLaza. During November, the Ajuntament de Dénia began to “build” posidonia dams on different beaches of the municipality with the aim of curbing erosion and preventing storms from washing the sand away. Last year this was done at the Marineta Cassiana beach, achieving a 20% increase in dry beach and will be extended to other beaches this year. The barriers will remain there until the easter. This is a recognised and valued environmental action, and Plans for a charming hotel on the Old Town