"El mejor tierra del mundo""The best land in the world" Maps:
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Location:
Valencia is third largest city in Spain and the largest port on the Mediterranean Western coast. Visitors will be treated to amazing architecture that includes both modern buildings and beautiful old historical structures. In 1957, the Turia River flooded in Valencia leaving 16 feet of water in many streets. The river was later drained and rerouted leaving behind a beautiful 4 mile park that splits the city. Visitors often use the park for walking, bicycling, walking and other various sports.
The Valencians:
The Valencian people come from an agricultural background and have very strong ties to their families and their cultures.Even though Valencia is a big city, the local people enjoy a quiet lifestyle, good food and peaceful tranquility. Their traditional language is called Valencian and it is co-official with Spanish. It is also considered a distinct language or dialect from Catalan by a slight majority as well as some historical linguists. According to a 2014 census, nearly 800,00 people call Valencia their home.
History:
Valencia was founded in 138 BC, under the consulate of Decimus Junius Brutus. It was a settlement for regular soldiers who were also granted land near the new city.
Climate:
August is the hottest month in Valencia with an average temperature of 77°F. The and the coldest month of the year is in January where temperatures drop to about 48°F. Their wettest month is in October with an average of 3.5'' of rain.
Tourist Attractions:
Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias
The Ciudad complex has six main areas:
- Hemisferic IMAX Cinemea
- Umbracle landscaped area
- Principe Felipe Science Museum
- Oceanografic aquarium
- Opera house
- Agora concert space
Palacio del Marques de Dos Aguas
Palacio del Marqués de Dos Aguas (Ceramics Museum)
Near the San Martin church is the Palacio del Marques de Dos Aguas, a extravagant 18th century mansion. This aristocratic palace now houses the National Ceramic Museum, which opened in 1947.
Fallas Festival
Fallas Festival (Fiesta de San José)
Every year in March, Valencia becomes a scene of joyous celebration during the Fiesta de San Jose. This lively religious festival is known for its creative installations called fallas, large floats featuring figures made of papier mache.These creations are set up in the streets and then burned at midnight on the last day of the fiesta.
Torres de Serranos
Torres de Serranos (Ancient Town Gate)
This impressive landmark is a symbol of Valencia. The Torres de Serranos represents an ancient gate of the Old Town and recalls an era when the town was surrounded by defense walls.
Food:
Calamares a la plancha (grilled squid, served simply with a drizzle of a garlic and parsley-infused oil).
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Arroz negra (rice dish featuring seasoned squid cooked in its own ink).
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Buñuelos (sweet fried dough coated in sugar, the dough contains pumpkin)
Typically eaten during Fallas Festival.
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Paella (dish of rice, saffron, chicken, seafood, etc..)
Maps:
Location:
Valencia is third largest city in Spain and the largest port on the Mediterranean Western coast. Visitors will be treated to amazing architecture that includes both modern buildings and beautiful old historical structures. In 1957, the Turia River flooded in Valencia leaving 16 feet of water in many streets. The river was later drained and rerouted leaving behind a beautiful 4 mile park that splits the city. Visitors often use the park for walking, bicycling, walking and other various sports.
The Valencians:
The Valencian people come from an agricultural background and have very strong ties to their families and their cultures.Even though Valencia is a big city, the local people enjoy a quiet lifestyle, good food and peaceful tranquility. Their traditional language is called Valencian and it is co-official with Spanish. It is also considered a distinct language or dialect from Catalan by a slight majority as well as some historical linguists. According to a 2014 census, nearly 800,00 people call Valencia their home.History:
Valencia was founded in 138 BC, under the consulate of Decimus Junius Brutus. It was a settlement for regular soldiers who were also granted land near the new city.Climate:
August is the hottest month in Valencia with an average temperature of 77°F. The and the coldest month of the year is in January where temperatures drop to about 48°F. Their wettest month is in October with an average of 3.5'' of rain.Tourist Attractions:
The Ciudad complex has six main areas:
- Hemisferic IMAX Cinemea
- Umbracle landscaped area
- Principe Felipe Science Museum
- Oceanografic aquarium
- Opera house
- Agora concert space
Palacio del Marques de Dos Aguas
Near the San Martin church is the Palacio del Marques de Dos Aguas, a extravagant 18th century mansion. This aristocratic palace now houses the National Ceramic Museum, which opened in 1947.
Fallas Festival
Every year in March, Valencia becomes a scene of joyous celebration during the Fiesta de San Jose. This lively religious festival is known for its creative installations called fallas, large floats featuring figures made of papier mache.These creations are set up in the streets and then burned at midnight on the last day of the fiesta.
Torres de Serranos
This impressive landmark is a symbol of Valencia. The Torres de Serranos represents an ancient gate of the Old Town and recalls an era when the town was surrounded by defense walls.
Food:
Calamares a la plancha (grilled squid, served simply with a drizzle of a garlic and parsley-infused oil).
Arroz negra (rice dish featuring seasoned squid cooked in its own ink).
Buñuelos (sweet fried dough coated in sugar, the dough contains pumpkin)
Typically eaten during Fallas Festival.
Paella (dish of rice, saffron, chicken, seafood, etc..)