A Beautiful Valencia

Valencia, the oranges’ kingdom and the Levant Queen, is a city that has a serrated coast with hills and huerta in the interior, and plains of which it is said have the most fertile land in Europe. However, the region doesn’t stand out through the landscape. The agriculture is very modern; you can admire the endless orange, lemon and peach orchards and the rice groves here. If you want to taste it, the rice will be served to you in different types: paella, which is found everywhere, and is a close relative of the italian risotto.

The City of Valencia

Valencia is the third city in Spain in terms of dimension. Although Valencia is not a very attractive city at a first view, the sunny climate, excellent restaurants, exciting night life, and the changes that have appeared in the city with the organization of the American Cup in 2007 and 2009 transformed it into a very dynamic city.

The city’s monuments are illuminated once the night sets in, so the atmosphere created is very special. The history of Valencia spreads from the Greeks to the Romans, and in the year 714, the Arabs. These cultures have influenced the aspect, the traditions, and the customs of the city, creating a very special place where tourists can relax and find out a lot of things related to Spain and its history.

Sightseeing in Valencia

When you go to Valencia, you need a lot of energy because there are many places that are worth visiting. The journey into the history and the culture of the city can start with a visit to the Palau de la Musica y Congresos. The building has a glass facade and it hosts a congress center designed in 1977 by Norman Foster.

In the center of the old city you’ll find the Gothic Cathedral. The main attraction of the cathedral is the Capilla del Santo Caliz, another cathedral( a smaller one), having an alabaster altar that impresses tourists. The Baroque Santa Catalina church, the Palacio Benicarlo, and the Palacio del Marques de Dos Aguas should also be on your sightseeing list.

Accommodations

Hotels are at every step in Valencia, but so are private villas. Tourists should choose villas instead of the rigid hotels, because they are more private, they are always decorated in a very traditional style and they are always situated in very picturesque places that offer you wonderful views. Enjoy your stay!

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