In the intermediate areas there are bushes and grasses that are quite characteristic for the dry Mediterranean climate.

The mount is famous for the rock formation on its south-western slope, known as la cara del moro ("the moor's face").

(view image) [2] The medieval fortress of Alicante, the Castle of Santa Bárbara stands on the top of the mount.

In recent years it has become a botellón, or place where young people congregate to socialize while drinking alcohol.

Avenida Jaime II, which is a continuation of Avenida de Alfonso el Sabio, crosses the northern foot of the mount, and so does a tunnel of Alicante Tram.