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 One of Europe's best |
Calle del Beato Gaspar Bono 6 Valencia 46008 Spain +34 96 391 1665 |
Nature lovers should go for a stroll in Valencia´s Botanical Garden, considered one of the best in Europe. It can be found next to the old quarter in Oliverata neighborhood. The origins of this garden are not clear. Some theories say that it was created in 1633 while others say the date is 1567. Whichever theory is correct, both attest to the fact that it is the oldest botanical garden in Spain. Today the garden takes up 4 acres and includes over 3,000 species of plants from all around the world. A walk through the garden is especially recommended on a spring day when everything is in bloom. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Photo: Jess Artem |
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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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 Photo: Emilio Perez Araujo |
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 Photo: Marcos Castellano |
 Photo: Javier Martínez |
 Photo: Tamas Kooning Lansbe |
 Photo: Jean-Charles Eloi |
 Photo: Ariel Diacovetzky |
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 Photo: Héctor Escudero |
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 Photo: Elmar van Reijswoud |
 Photo: Mirjana Papez |
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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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 Photo: Carles Martí G |
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Neoclassical central garden |
Plaza de la Legión Española, s/n Valencia 46010 Spain +34 96 352 5478 |
The Monforte gardens were declared "Artistic Gardens" in 1941. They consist of a lush enclave located close to the top of Vicente Blasco Ibañez Avenue. Inside there is an abundancy of marble statues, small ponds and fountains, which together create a beautiful neoclassical landscape. The gardens are so named for the second owners. After the garden´s creator, the Marquis de San Juan, died, the gardens passed into the Monforte family's hands, and so it was christened. In order to enter the garden you have to enter through the small palace called the "Pabellón de Recreo" (Recreation Pavilion), which is notable for its architecture, matching the style of the garden. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Photo: F. Giner |
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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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Popularly called 'Viveros' |
Calle del General Elio 1 Valencia 46010 Spain +34 96 352 5478 |
Today the Royal Gardens or "Viveros" are the most important park in the city. Long ago it was the site of the "Quinta de Recreo Omunya" (Omunya country house), called "Rahal", whose construction was ordered by the Moorish king Abd Al-Aziz in the 11th century. Years later Jaime I, the Conquerer, enlarged this country house and changed it into the "Alcazar Regio" (Royal Castle). Sadly, it was completely destroyed during the War of Independence. Today the garden is frequently visited by Valencian locals and tourists, and the zoo is one of its most popular features. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: John Keogh, jv21.com |
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