not broadcast entirely because it was a show designed mainly for the public gathered in Benidorm, not as much as a television programme. The editions from 1993 to 1996 were broadcast by Telecinco and from 1997, the broadcasting returned to TVE and the regional channel Canal Nou. The 2006 edition did not have national television coverage as TVE dissociated itself from the project and was only broadcast by Canal Nou. In Summer 2019, a commemorative exhibition to mark the 60th anniversary of the festival was held at the and was visited by more than 10,000 people during its first month. Golden Mermaid Trophy winners As of 2006, the first prize winner was awarded with the Golden Mermaid Trophy (Sirenita de Oro) and €36,000 (about US$47,000) to produce a record. Second and third place winners received the Silver Mermaid Trophy (Sirenita de Plata) and the Bronze Mermaid Trophy (Sirenita de Bronce), respectively. The three prizes previously consisted of , 50,000 ₧ and 25,000 ₧, respectively. Notes References External links Benidorm, Overview with video of the city. From a local citizen. Spanish culture Valencian culture Song contests Music festivals established in 1959 Benidorm