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Where to go in Valencia|Visit Valencia|Where to Stay in Valencia
In Valencia we can visit numerous museums, galleries and an endless entertainment possibilities.
L´Iber -Museum of tin soldiers.
The largest private collection of such figures, disseminate the history of Valencia. web
Museum of Illustration and Modernity Muvim. "Interesting and original"
IVAM. Valencian Institute of Modern Art. Permanent and temporary exhibitions.
Playa de la Malvarrosa Beach:
Malvarrosa beach is the city beach of Valencia. His name and the neighborhood next to it, dates from 1848 and is due to a gardener, Felix Robillard, who by then held the position of the major botanical gardener. The beach, which in ancient times land was used for fishing and trade exchange between the different villages near Valencia, was becoming the resting place of Valencian bourgeoisie. Today, this wide and open beach with fine golden sand, has become very lively, with a large "Paseo Marítimo" or seafront with plenty of bars, restaurants, terraces, clubs.
Plaza de la Virgen of Valencia: Located at the center of the city, is the heir of the old Roman Valentia forum. Around him are three of the landmarks of the city: the Cathedral, the Basilica of Our Lady of the Forsaken and the Palace of the Generalitat. The Plaza de la Virgen we find it in the district of Ciutat Vella in the neighborhood of La Seu.
El Micalet(El Miguelete): The Micalet is a Levantine Gothic tower, is 51 feet high onto the terrace, the same as measuring the circumference and 63 meters in total. It´s shaped with a Orthogonal shape, and has 207 steps. The construction of the tower began in 1381 and ended in 1429. Due to its complexity, was directed by several master builders, the first Andres Juliá. We will find El Micalet in the Plaza de La Virgen.
Hotels and Accomodation by"El Micalet" of Valencia, where to stay
Museo de Las Artes y de Las Ciencias: Stunning architecture of Calatrava in Valecia. Science, nature, technology meet in several campuses.
Hotels and Accomodation by the Science and Arts Museum, where to stay in Valencia, accomodation
Parks and Gardens in Valencia. Green Spaces
Valencia is also known as the City of Flowers, and has many green areas.
Turia Gardens: Located on the banks of the River Turia, when the river was diverted from its course, the space was reused as a recreational area of over 6.5 km long.
Cabecera Park: It is located in the headwaters of the River Turia, near the neighboring Mislata municipality, and it is a large park with playgrounds, and Bioparc, which is the new zoo in Valencia.
Gulliver Park: Infantil Park that emulates the fantasy figure of Gulliver's character. This park is near the Science and Arts Museum.
Vetges-Tu: Avant-gardist style park, along the walkways include a symbolic fountain in the form of tea pot, and even a building housing a local police checkpoint.
Universities|Studying in Valencia
Choosing the Valencian capital to continue our studies is always a good choice. The University of Valencia was already founded in 1499 and is one of the oldest universities in Europe and most important. The Campus is divided into three, Blasco Ibáñez, Tarongers and Burjassot-Paterna.
Polytechnic University of Valencia (Science and Technology): This University has a campus in Valencia (Vera and Blasco Ibáñez) Alcoy and Gandia.
Night Life|Leisure in Valencia
Valencia is known for its nightlife too. The main Barrios(Districts) for a night out in Valencia are Ciutat Vella, L´Eixample and Campanar. In each one them we find hundreds of bars, clubs, pubs and excellent restaurants with a delicious cuisine.
Valencia Metro web
Barrios of Valencia | Districts of Valencia | Neighbourhoods
Some of the districtss in Valencia were former municipalities that were incorporated into the city during the second half of the nineteenth century. Each of them still have something in particular.
Ciudad Vieja-Old Town: La Seo, La Jerea, El Carmen, El Pilar, El Mercado, San Francisco.
Ensanche: Ruzafa, El lano Del Remedio, Gran Vía.
La Zaidia: Marchalenes, Morvedre, Trinidad, Tormos, San Antonio.
Campanar: Campanar, Les Tendetes, El Calvario, San Pablo.
El Llano del Real: Exposición, Mestalla, Rey Jaime, Ciudad Universitaria.
Cuatro Carreras: Monteolivete, En Corts, Malilla, Fuente de San Luis, Na Rovella - La Punta, Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias.
Jesús: La Raiosa, L'Hort De Senabre, La Cruz Cubierta, San Marcelino, Camino Real.
Patraix: Patraix, San Isidro, Vara De Cuart, Safranar, Favara.
Olivereta: Nou Moles, Soternes, Tres Forques, La Fuensanta, La Luz.
Extramuros: El Botànic, La Roqueta, La Pechina, Arrancapins. Poblados
Maritimos: El Grao, El Cabañal, El Cañamelar, La Malvarrosa, Beteró, Nazaret.
Benimaclét: Benimaclet, Camino de Vera.
Rascaña: Orriols, Torrefiel, San Lorenzo.
Festivals in Valencia | What to do
Valencia has many important festivals. Visit the city in a different way:
International Kite Festival: This wonderful festival, dedicated to kite enthusiasts is held every year in April in Playa de La Malvarrosa Beach. web
Cortocomenius: Since 2007 in Valencia devoted to short movies and videos.
Dansa Valencia: Veteran festival dedicated to the latest dance productions.
Jazz Panorama: Essential and memorable for fans of jazz & blues.
Festival VEO(Fest.Valencia Escena Oberta): Artists from around the world turn the streets of Valencia into an stage.
PROYECTA, Certamen Universitario de Creación Audiovisual-Audiovisual Creation - PROYECTA(Abril): This competition aims to encourage creativity and initiative of students, promote the exhibition and reflection on audiovisual production, and promote human values through audiovisual creation.
Festival Internacional de Cine. Cinema Jove: Feature films and short movies from new filmmakers. web
Músicas del Mundo. Festival de las Naciones-World Music-Nations Festival:
This festival is celebrated in several Spanish cities including Valencia, musical journey through several countries, dances and cuisine.
Jornadas Internacionales de Guitarra de Valencia -
Guitar International Meeting Valencia(May, June): Events and concerts featuring the sound of the guitar.
Transports in Valencia|How to get there|Travelling Around
Valencia Airport. Manises: Valencia Airport is located 8 km from the capital in Manises, road access from the highway N-220. Metro Lines can cojer 3 and 5
Booking.com. -Hotels near Valencia´s Airport - Manises
Metro Valencia: A convenient and effective method of transport in Valencia
Un método cómodo y efectivo para desplazarnos en Valencia
Line 1: Llíria/Bétera - Torrent (Avinguda)/Villanueva de Castellón. Línea 2: Nazaret-Museus (En construcción) Line 3: Rafelbuyol-Aeroport Línea 4 Más del Rosari/Feria Valencia - Dr. Lluch Lloma Llarga/Terramelar - Empalme Line 5: Marítim-Serreria - Aeroport/Torrent(Avinguda) Line 6: Tossal del Rei - Marítim-Serrería.
Train Station -Estació del Nord: It is situated in the heart of Valencia, with departures to all major spanish capitals and vicinities.
El Cabanyal Station: It is situated in the neighborhood of Cabañal-Canamelar of Valencia. Covers Tarragona and Valencia and the nearby towns
Local Buses: Valencia has an extensive network of day and night buses to take us to every corner of the capital. A single ticket, 1.25. There are also bonds, weekly and daily travelcards
Car Rental Valencia- Car Hire: With plenty of pick up and drop off points along Valencia and province.
Hotels in Valencia| Accomodation|Where to stay in Valencia|Hostels
Science and Arts Museum of Valencia - Hotels and Accomodation
Hostels in Valencia- Where to Stay
Estadio Mestalla Stadium Hotels and Accomodation(Valencia FC)
