ABOUT VALENCIA

As one of the oldest cities in Spain, Valencia is steeped in history.

The province of Valencia, the largest of the three making up the Valencian community, is situated in the centre of the Spanish Mediterranean coastline while overlooking the spacious Gulf of Valencia; it is skirted at the back by a group of medium-high mountains and rolling plains leading to the lands of Aragon and Castile-La Mancha. It is also opposite the Balearic islands and equidistant from the country's two major decision-taking centres: Madrid and Barcelona.

While the Valencians protect their culture and take pride in the restoration of their UNESCO protected city, they also embark on some of the most avant garde arquitectural projects. It is in this particular juxtaposition of the old and new that lies the charm of the city and its people. The old river course has been developed to house one the world’s most unusual parks, with incredible use of space arquitects have designed Europe’s largest acuarium – l’ Oceanographic, a Natural Science and History Museum, Opera House and sports centres and many other facilities the length of the river bed. This great project and many other developments has changed the once small traditional inward facing city, to a larger sea facing metropolis, further encouraged by the arrival of the America’s Cup. Warm, friendly and with provicial charm, the 'Valencianos' are known for their party spirit, so for a city of its size, Valencia offers a vast variety of bars, pubs, restaurants and nightclubs. The old town centre is one of the most fun places to go out.

Go to "Competitor Information" for useful links on Valencia.

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