Valencia - the city of Arts and Sciences

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Valencia is one of the few cities in the world able to live harmoniously his origins, which date back to the year 138. C., and the most sophisticated and avant-garde buildings constructed in the new millennium. This city means trade and culture, cinema, theater, museums, music, business. It is a center of international design and avant-garde, but also exhibitions and conferences.
Historically, because of its favorable geographical location, Valencia has been the Mediterranean port of Spain and has the special charm that only the port city of sea know have. 

What to see

City of Arts and Sciences

 An example of futuristic architecture signed by Valencian architect Santiago Calatrava, whose colossal buildings house nell'Hemisfèric an IMAX cinema, the largest aquarium in Europe nell'Oceanografico, an exhibition and interactive teaching in the Príncipe Felipe Science Museum and the works more artistic avant-garde in the Palau de les Arts Reina Sofía. Besides the impressive Bridge Assut de l'Or and the Agora are a feast for the senses.
The Aquarium is easily reachable from the port by free shuttle service to the port and the bus that leaves you at the entrance. The tanks are divided into several thematic sections by location, mediterranean, ocean, arctic etc ... you can then see sharks, rays and many other species of fish and more. Everything is very well looked after as shown by the staff immersed in some tanks for maintenance. Very nice also the dolphin show visible during the hours provided at no extra charge.


The District of Carmen and its Palaces

The millennial district of the city developed between two boundary walls, Muslim and Christian. A walk along the labyrinths lastricante streets, lined with imposing medieval buildings, it will transport you to another era: explore its palaces, cross the medieval gates of the Quart Towers and Serranos Towers and visit the most unique experiences angles are absolutely a must.
 The "Torres de los Serranos" you can find them walking on the road that runs along the walls or walking from the center and are one of the most famous gates of the Christian mediaeval wall of Valencia, and are located in the vicinity of "de los Serranos" bridge that we find in the Turia gardens.
Famous for the festival of "Fallas", where especially the last feast day, March 19, takes the "cream" where Falleri monuments (including these beautiful towers) catch fire being reduced to ashes.

The beaches of Valencia.

The fine sand and clear water, the vastness of the open sea and the proximity of the mountains to the coast give the coast of Valencia a special beauty.
Valencia enjoys a privileged position as an urban destination and at the same beach: only 15 minutes from the city center are the beaches of Las Arenas, Malvarrosa and El Cabañal, over which flies a blue flag, and that have been awarded the Q Mark for Tourism Quality .
At a distance of just 10 km there are pristine beaches and preserved in its natural state, surrounded by sand dunes and dense vegetation, such as the El Saler beach, or those located in the heart of the natural park of the Albufera.
There are also many possibilities to carry out activities such as volleyball, take a ride on a pedalò, or play sports in the fitness areas of public parks, or take a sailing course. For those preferring to relax you can enjoy a delicious meal in a restaurant by the sea.

One week in Barcelona

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Barcelona is a city constantly changing and full of life. It 'a multiethnic city and open to all, but that does not renounce its identity, deeply Catalan.

What to see in a week

Sagrada Familia

The Sagrada Familia is the symbol of Barcelona and the Catalan modernism. The most famous work of Gaudi, remained incomplete is constantly changing and is expected to be finally completed in 2026. If you are in Barcelona you have to see it to understand what is the style and character of the 'whole city.
Today, the Sagrada Familia has two facades (the Nativity and the Crucifixion), from the sides, and part of the apse of the left transept, while completely missing the roof.



Park Güell

While continuing with Antoni Gaudi we come to this park that was built precisely by Gaudi and Eseubi Güell. Gaming facilities, beautiful colors, original shapes and extravagant make this park one of the most beautiful things to see in Barcelona.

The magic fountain

 Place in itself magical, with a beautiful avenue that links Plaza de Espanya and Palau Nacional, just below the beautiful building and its staircase here is the Magic Fountain which by its operation fall in love with its beautiful fountains, color and music.
A beautiful evening marked by good music and beautiful choreography of light and water. Very beautiful architectural and landscape setting.









Aquarium

A courageous choice to focus almost exclusively on the Mediterranean fauna, with thematic aquariums, divided by communities and depth of the water. An aquarium for those who already have skills aquarium or marine animals in general. The children, however, still have fun! (Especially thanks to the presence of a play area). The courtship of cuttlefish is a wonderful show, as well as the meal of leafy sea dragons! In each tank there are hidden treasures, from multi-colored anemones shark eggs, hidden from the starfish in the middle of the furnishings to the curious octopus that entertains children.
Carefully choose the timing of visits, to avoid the busiest hours, you should go there with peace of mind in order to appreciate the beauty.

The park of the Tibidabo

It 'a very old amusement park, the oldest in Spain and is one of the highest points of the city (512 meters).
It is a bit 'out of the center and' less crowded than the other attractions of the city ', but this makes it even more' magical! The view enjoyed from the lookout and 'creepy, and the visit to the Sanctuary and' very many impressive !! While on the playground I consider it very suitable for children rather than teenagers or adults.





Camp Nou

I recommend you make a tour inside the Camp Nou. Thanks to the Camp Nou Experience tickets you can walk the most emblematic areas of the stadium: the dressing rooms of the guests, the tunnel where the players come out, the area of ​​the benches, the press room, the interesting museum and multimedia area. The tour lasts about an hour and a half, and before or after the tour you can not avoid getting stocked in official shop of FC Barcelona.