Who does not dream of at least temporarily immerse themselves in the unhurried flow of life, escape from the crowd, office life and stress? Plunge into a leisurely resort life, a hubbub of tourists and bustle of busy vacationers. Dreams that can be realized in sunny warm Spain.
Valencia
Is it possible to combine in one city a quiet provincial life and a rich tourist program? It is possible, if this is the center of provincial Spain. Valencia - the silence and beauty of rural life harmoniously intertwine with the pace of life of a small city, literally consisting of historical sights. Even one day of walking around the city can give a lot of impressions: Valencia is basically a city in a southern compact, the sights are located from each other within 15 minutes of walking.
Plaza de la Reigna
The Queen Square - The historical heart of Valencia. Around all the most "star" hotels, authentic pubs and restaurants, cozy cafeterias are concentrated. More specifically, the heart of Valencia is a small garden in the center of the square, offering everyone a rest in the light shade of trees and immersing in the spirit of ancient Spain - a trip around the city on a horse cart.
La Catedral de Valencia
The Cathedral of Valencia is a Catholic church, which, for a long period of time, connected architectural elements of various styles. The construction of the church began in the XIII century, the main buildings were built in the XIV century, and some parts were completed already until the end of the XVIII century. As a result, the main buildings of the church are made in the Gothic style, but are decorated with elements of Romanesque style, Baroque, Renaissance and Neoclassicism.
Grial
World fame to the Valencia Cathedral was brought by the very same Grail. It should be noted that in 2008 the authenticity of the bowl was recognized by the Vatican itself. Visit the Cathedral and personally see the Holy Grail can anyone. The only obstacle may become marriages, during which no one is allowed into the Cathedral (the sacrament after all). But all the sacraments and rituals in the church try to be distributed in such a way that those who wish to get to the Cathedral on the tour do not have to wait long.
Ciudad de Las Artes y Las Ciencias
City in the city. A kind of matryoshka doll, only in a Spanish way.
The city of science and the arts in Valencia looks a little surreal, the whole architecture of buildings casts thoughts on the cosmos. However, this is exactly the effect achieved by the architects Santiago Calatrava and Felix Candela. Futuristic city from a bird's eye view looks like an intergalactic station, located for some reason on Earth. The city has a main building, l'Hemispheric, it houses the IMAX cinema, l'Oceanografic, or the oceanarium, the l'Agora exhibition hall, the Prince Philippe Museum of Science and the Queen Sofia Palace of the Arts. There is a lake in the city and a local landmark - the statue of Gulliver.
L'Oceanografic
The oceanarium in Valencia is the pride of all Spaniards. In general, the inhabitants of Valencia have something to be done, but the oceanarium is an indispensable pride of all Spaniards without exception, even the smallest. Firstly, it is the largest aquarium in Europe. Secondly, here you can watch how the dolphins are trained. And thirdly, the oceanarium allows you to observe the life of marine life in the familiar
Lonja de la Seda de Valencia
La Lonja de la Ceda. Silk Trade Exchange. Behind the prosaic title lies a very beautiful building with striking historical interiors and a rich history. Halls with Gothic ceilings, carved stone details, charming Orange Yard - all this will not leave a single tourist indifferent.