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 Beautiful sunset views from a boat! |
Lago de l'Albufera Valencia Spain |
These boat rides around the lagoon recall the picturesque landscapes that writer Blasco Ibanez described in his novel Canas y barro (Reeds and Mud). The best time to cross the lake is at dusk, as the sunsets are quite beautiful. You can also enjoy some of the region's typical dishes on the boat, either pre-ordering them or bringing your own. The length of the ride depends on the group, although 30 minutes is the norm and only during daylight hours. Frequency of departures depends on the season and the weather conditions. You can begin the ride around L'Albufera at the Palmar docks, the gola del Perellonet (Perellonet Channel), or the Catarroja Port. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Motorbiking Fun |
Circuito Ricardo Tormo Valencia, Valencia 46380 Spain +34 962 525 220 http://www.circuitvalencia.com |
Enjoy the spectacular motorbike races and championships in the Circuit Valencia, just outside the city. Events that take place in these facilities are the GP2 Series of Valencia and the Spanish Motorbike Championship. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Nice seaside town |
Valencia 46400 Spain +34 96 351 0417 |
This seaside town is only 40km from Valencia. Cullera is in Ribera Baixa county, where the Xùquer river reaches the sea. The town itself is on flatlands, with the sea and river on one side and the Serra de Corbera mountains (more than 500m tall) on the other. Also, a part of Albufera Natural Park is within this county. Cullera is an important town for tourism in the area and it has quality beaches. It's also interesting for its cultural and historic attractions, such as its 13th century castle or the Virgen del Castillo sanctuary. It's worth the short trip for the swim or just to get out of the city for the day. Commuter trains leave frequently from Estación del Norte station in Valencia. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Leisure & recreation area |
Avenida de Pinars Valencia Spain |
This stretch of land, full of sand dunes and pine trees and located 10 kilometres south of the city, separates L'Albufera Lake from the Mediterranean Sea. It has long been a prime leisure and recreation area for Valencians, who enjoy the beaches, forests, athletic areas, and restaurants. Formerly, it was a livestock pasture and a royal hunting reserve. Here you'll find the Parador Nacional del Saler (part of the top-quality national hotel chain) with its magnificent golf course surrounded by sand dunes. There is also a five-star hotel, the Sidi Saler. In the middle of Dehesa Forest you'll find the Casa Forestal (Country Home), that once was the royal hunting pavilion and that boats beautiful remains of traditional Valencian tilework, as well as a viewing area where you can catch the famous sunsets over l'Albufera. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Panoramic Stairwell |
Conjunto Catedralicio Plaza de la Reina, s/n Valencia 46001 Spain +34 96 391 8127 |
It's worth climbing the 207 steps of the catedral belltower's spiral staircase to get the best views of the city. From nearly 60m in the air you can see everything around you, including the tower's 12 huge bells, the largest weighing 11000 kilos. The distinctive octagonal structure was built during the late 14th and early 15th centuries in a Gothic style similar to the belltowers in Lérida and Narbonne. Admission: (EUR 2.00) Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Christ arrives by sea |
Grau Valencia Spain |
This popular maritime religious festival takes place on May, 4 in the working class waterfront district of Grau. There´s a procession, Mass, singing and other festivities. A Gothic statue of Christ "The Saviour", made in Lerida in 1411, was washed ashore here. Pope Benedict XIII gave custody of the statue to the parish church of Santa María del Mar. This event commemorates the arrival of the statue. Everything starts in the Puerto when a fleet of boats accompanies the statue to dry land from where it is taken in procession through the streets of Grau. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Beautiful spot south of Valencia |
Carretera del Palmar Valencia 46012 Spain +34 96 351 0417 http://www.civila.com/albufera |
L´Albufera natural park is located 12km south of the city. It is a beautiful spot where there are periodically a large number of migratory birds to be seen. It is a salt-water lake with a 6km diameter at its widest. It is separated from the Mediterranean by the Dehesa, a strip of land covered in pine-trees and with warm water beaches. The experts recommend a boat trip during sunset when the fading light gives the landscape some spectacular colours and hues. Around the lake there are some small fishing villages such as El Palmar, a picturesque place well-known for the quality of its restaurants. It's also a good place from which to visit the lake by boat. Buses leave from the central bus station in Valencia (Menéndez Pidal Avenue) Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Battle of the tomatoes |
Plaza del Pueblo Valencia, Valencia 46360 Spain +34 96 250 0151 http://www.lahoya.net/tomatina/ tomatina@lahoya.net |
The town of Bunol just 38km from Valencia, has been celebrating this colorful fiesta for more than 60 years. Known as La Tomatina, it is one of Spain's most surprising fiestas to say the least. On the next to last Wednesday in August, some 35000 people gather in the town centre, armed only with 100 tonnes of tomatoes. It is a messy, free-for-all, meaning you can take your best shot at friends and family, your neighbour or the folks on the other side of the street. The 'battle' usually lasts a couple of hours until the red-stained torsos and streets are washed off with hundreds of hoses. More and more people participate every year and more and more foreign correspondents attend. Transport: take the Valencia-Bunol train from Estacion del Norte station in Valencia. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 A museum dedicated to Fallas |
Avenida San José Obrero 17 Valencia 46025 Spain +34 96 347 6585 |
You will find a neighborhood called the Fallero Artist City in the Benicalap district of Valencia, a bit out from the city center. This city is an homage to the artisans responsible for the fabulous paper-mache and wood Ninots, satirical images of famous persons and events, that are symbolically burned during the Fallas festival every spring in Valencia. And this museum, the Museo del Artista Fallero, is their tribute. Here you will discover all types of objects related with the world of Fallas: from sketeches and models to parots (the origin of the Ninot), Ninots saved from the pyres by popular demand, posters, photos and everything imaginable related to the most important festival in Valencia. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Former island of the L'Albufera |
Autovia Sue de Valenci Valencia 46012 Spain +34 96 162 0066 |
El Palmar, which was an island in L'Albufera natural reserve until the lagoon was partially dried in the mid-Forties, is a must for those looking for the most beautiful scenery south of Valencia. You can also enjoy local cuisine here: all i pebre de anguilas (baby eels with garlic and pepper) and espardenyà. The scenic route runs between Dehesa Forest and the lake, crossing fields and palisades covered with rosebays. The fishing community, the annual lottery for fishing privileges (redolín), and the pilgrimage to Cristo de la Salut (Christ of Good Health) celebrated in the lluent (center of the lake), are traditions that live on, as if taken straight from one of Sorolla's costumbrista paintings. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Near the Ciudad Fallera |
Calle de Francisco Morote Greus Valencia 46025 Spain +34 96 347 2960 |
This park is close to the famous Ciudad Fallera (where they make the "fallas"). It's located on what used to be an orange grove, and a few of these trees have been conserved. Inside, there are a variety of recreational areas. The area dedicated to kids has some interesting attractions, a tarzan hut, footbridges, ramps, a fireman's pole and swings of all shapes and sizes. The park also has some sport facilities. Particularly outstanding is the open-air swimming pool, only open during summer months. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fireworks Are King |
Carrer Major Valencia, Valencia 46980 Spain |
Paterna, found just 5km from Valencia, is synonymous with fire and fireworks. On the last Sunday night in August, Paterna honors local Saint, Vicente Ferrer, and the Cristo de la Fe with this light and sound extravaganza. Known as la Cordà (the string), this 100-year old plus fiesta consists of 120 direct participants and 100 crates of fireworks. These are hung from strings and lit, hence the name. The celebration takes place in Carrer Major, with 2000 fireworks and firecrackers set off per minute! It is truly an incredible show for both your eyes and ears. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Leave your inhibitions behind |
Camino Canal Valencia, Valencia 46012 Spain |
Nude sunbathing is acceptable on this fine, golden sandy beach near Pinedo, to the south of the city. The three kilometre long beach is washed by the calm Mediterranean and backed by small fields where vegetables grow. There are many beach bars, showers and public telephones available. From here, you can watch the ships make their way to and from the busy Puerto de Valencia. You´re not far from the Real Club Náutico and the Camping Coll-Vert. To get here, take the motorway in the direction of Saler and exit by the river Túria. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Where passengers and goods embark |
Avinguda del Puerto Valencia 46500 Spain http://www.valenciaport.com/ webmaster@valenciaport.com |
Valencia's Maritime Station is one of the most modern in Spain. Each year more than 500,000 people depart from the Passenger Terminal on their way to the Balearic Islands, Canary Islands, and Genova. In addition to human passengers, it is the top Spanish port and one of the most important European ones for cargo (containers) shipping. Next to the modernist Edificio del Reloj (clock building) and Edificio de los Tinglados (warehouse) lies the dock where the Golondrinas (pleasure boats) leave from; these provide daily tours around the beautiful inner harbour. Also nearby are the Reales Atarazanas (Royal Dockyards), a historic and artistic monument that houses the Maritime Museum. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Built in 1908 |
Plaza de la Iglesia 5 Valencia 46013 Spain |
This church can be found on a small plaza near the "Fonteta" School and within the area known as Fuente de San Luis. The church was originally built in 1908. However, it had to be completely restored after the Spanish Civil War (1936-1939) as it had been used as a warehouse. In general, the church is baroque in style, with three naves: the first features a barrel vault while the remaining two, cross vaults. On the outside, the bell tower is its most distinctive feature. It's divided in three sections as is typical within the Valencian baroque style. The section containing the clock is topped with the bells, while the uppermost section serves to stylize and unite the entire tower. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Connections to leading European cities |
Calle del Maestro Guerrero Valencia, Valencia 46940 Spain +34 96 159 8500 |
Valencia International Airport is located in Manises township, 8km from the city. From here you can catch direct flights to leading European and Spanish cities and connections to the entire world. However, the modern facilities still are not sufficient to handle the increased passenger volume, so plans for expansion are underway.In the Bloque Técnico (Technical Area) you'll find Aeroclub Valencia (Valencia Air Club), where they offer flying lessons and the opportunity to enjoy exciting light aircraft trips to the best landscapes in Valencia. A taxi ride to Valencia costs between 1500 and 2000 ptas. Review © 2007, Wcities |