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 Old river bed, now gardens |
Puente a Turia Valencia 46023 Spain |
The old bed of the Turia river was converted into a series of very different gardens and the site of some of the most important buildings recently constructed in the city. This is where you will find the Palau de la Música concert hall and the Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias a complex including a planetarium, museum and oceanography centre. The oldest bridges and walkways crossing the Turia date back from between the 14th and the 17th centuries; some are particularly noteworthy for their artistic value, such as the Puente del Mar or the Puente de Santiago Calatrava, also known as the Peineta (comb). Among all the different gardens within the old river bed, one of the most popular is the children's play area, called Gulliver, which holds a permanent exhibition of miniatures. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Journey to the future |
Avenida Instituto Obrero de Valencia, s/n Valencia 46013 Spain +34 902 10 0031 http://www.cac.es |
The first of its kind in Spain, this totally white futuristic cityscape made up of enormous modern buildings is the work of famous local architect Santiago Calatrava. You'll find it in the Túria river bed. The complex spreads out over 350000m2 and consists of four different but related parts: the Arts Centre, Science Museum, planetarium and Ocean Park. The science museum and planetarium are open to the public while the other buildings are still under construction. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Huge playground for kids |
Antiguo Cauce del Turia Puente del Angel Custodio Valencia 46023 Spain +34 96 337 0204 |
Located by the old river bed of the Túria River, Gulliver is a work of engineering made for children of all ages, based on the central character in the story by Jonathan Swift. Children can slide down his jacket, climb up the ropes on his arms, visit the city of Liliput inside him, and do a number of other activities spread out all over the figure. Gulliver was constructed in the workshops of master fallero artists of the city. These same artists are responsible for the incredible and satirical fallas which are assembled and then burnt as part of the Fallas festival. This one, however, is here to stay. It was made in various different pieces and then assembled, making it a dream come true for Valencian children. Admission: free Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Modernist center of science and technology |
Avenida Instituto Obrero de Valencia, s/n Valencia 46013 Spain |
This is one of the largest museums of Europe (4800 square metres), and is located inside the enormous modernist complex of the City of the Arts and the Sciences. It is an important institution of the Valencian community, one of the most significant works by the Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava. It was born out of the desire to provide answers to those interested in social learning, and is a must-visit. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Park conceived as underwater city |
Avenida Instituto Obrero de Valencia, s/n Valencia 46013 Spain +34 90 210 0031 http://www.cac.es/oceanografic |
The Parque Oceanografico is one of the four buildings that make up the "City of Arts and Sciences", an important part of the cultural development within the Valencian capital. This oceanographic park, the only one of its kind in Europe, has been designed by Felix Candela. The park is set up like a real underwater city where the visitors are introduced into the different marine habitats so that they can see many different species in their faithfully reproduced natural surroundings. The objectives of this large park can be summarized as a place to have fun in while teaching visitors about life under 75% of the earth's surface. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Multi-functional building |
Avenida Instituto Obrero de Valencia, s/n Valencia 46013 Spain +34 90 210 0031 http://www.cac.es/palau/presen... |
The Palacio de las Artes Reina Sofía is part of the first large cultural and leisure-time complex of its kind in Spain: the "City of Arts and Sciences". The palace, designed by architect Santiago Calatrava, is a multi-purpose building with the general aim of developing cultural activities of all kinds, especially focusing on teaching and promoting the arts. The architect and creator of this building is also responsible for "L´Hemisferic" (the planetarium) and the Science Center in the same "city". The Palace opened its doors for the first time in 2006. Today, it is a beautiful and respected opera house with unique high tech features such as screens that display lyrics on the back on every chair and an adjustable orchestra pit used to achieve the best acoustics possible. The stage is also able to adjust itself to accommodate symphony concerts and ballet performances. Subscriptions and individual tickets are available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Traditional outdoor festival |
Antiguo cauce del rio Túria Valencia 46010 Spain |
This festival is celebrated the Monday after Easter Sunday, which is the most important day of Semana Santa (Holy Week) and a holiday throughout the Valencian Community. People head to the countryside (or the Old Túria Riverbed) to celebrate Easter with a picnic traditionally including longaniza sausage and the Easter mona (a bun with a hard-boiled egg inside). The tradition, which dates from the Muslim era, states that the egg should be broken on a companion's forehead. Dancing the tarara, jumping rope, and flying a cachirulo (kite) are also must-do activities on this day. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Indoor swimming pool |
Arquitecto Mora, 2 Valencia 46010 Spain +34 96 360 4708 |
This indoor swimming pool is open all year round, and is open to the general public. It offers swimming lessons for beginners, advanced and levels in between. This swimming pool, whilst not particularly modern, is still very popular especially with students who go to the university campuses on Blasco Ibañez just a stone's throw away. Prices are very reasonable. It costs only 350 pesetas for a swim, but you can also buy tickets for 10 or 20 swims priced at 3,000 pesetas and 5,500 pesetas, respectively. There are also discounts for students and people over the age of 60. If you prefer to take your exercise without getting wet, they also run a number of aerobics and fitness classes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Most Important Archaeological Site |
Plaza de la Almoina, s/n Valencia 46003 Spain |
Plaza de l'Almoina (or Alms Plaza) is a small square situated next to the Cathedral that has gained great importance for hiding some of the greatest archaeological treasures in the city. Excavation in Plaza de l'Almoina started in 1985. Four years later the former building called San Vicente's Jail was demolished, and to everyone's surprise they discovered important remnants of past civilizations: What appeared to be part of a Roman road, a Visigothic funeral chapel, Arab baths, and more. These are just some of the important finds in this plaza. In the archeological site on San Vincente Martir, you will find an audiovisual explanation of this plaza and its archaeological treasures in three alternating languages: Spanish, Valencian or English. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Centrally located |
Los Centelles, 19 Valencia 46006 Spain +34 96 374 2112 |
This gym has every type of equipment you could possibly need to build muscle or get in shape and simply look your best: From the most modern of bikes and treadmills to free weights, squash courts, saunas and sunbeds. They also run step and aerobics classes. Its central location and relative comfort mean that it is a bit more expensive than gyms in other areas of town, but if you've only got a little bit of time to spare during lunch, it's the perfect solution. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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High-tech cinema and planetarium |
Avenida Instituto Obrero de Valencia, s/n Valencia 46013 Spain +34 96 335 5330 http://www.cac.es |
This architectural marvel designed by Santiago Calatrava was conceived as a very special cinema and planetarium. Here the spectator can in the same space experience the sensations of a conventional planetarium while enjoying the images offered in IMAX format. Its astronomic projection system is controlled by computers in order to produce a complete representation of the sky and the planets on a surface that is 24 meters in diameter and at a 30-degree angle. The clear, sharp images projected, along with the size of the screen and the quality of the sound, achieve an exceptional realism that will transport the audience into the next galaxy. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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