A walk in Valencia
Since it was founded by the Romans in the year 138 BC Valencia has accumulated enormous wealth brought about by the different cultures that have lived in the city (Visigoth, Moors…etc.) To stroll around Valencia is to feel the plurality and the evolution of a city in which the legacies of a prosperous past intertwine with the latest wave of innovative, modern buildings and prosperity.
Walking through the historic centre it is possible to take in places of worship as well as gothic, baroque and modern monuments…., stop off at the official museums or admire groundbreaking projects such as the City of Arts and Science (Ciutat de les Arts I les Ciences), Exhibition Centre or the Regional Parliament Building are only some of the many attractions that Valencia offers its visitors.
Presently Valencia is one of the most important industrial areas in the Mediterranean. It has also become a renowned Conference location in Europe and a principal meeting point for those who wish to develop their businesses or participate in Trade Fairs. Valencia is a cosmopolitan city which is ideal for commercial trade and cultural exchange.
Extremely influenced by its maritime connection since its founding, Valencia today is more than ever associated with the sea and defined by its relationship with the sea. Proof of Valencia’s close relationship with the sea, through both its ability to organise prominent events and the determination of local government, has seen Valencia being awarded the honour to host the 32nd America’s Cup ahead of 65 other cities from all over the world. This international event which will be held in the spring of 2007, will convert the city into the focal point of the Mediterranean where each visitor and citizen will be a privileged spectator.
In this appealing city on the Mediterranean shoreline, the visitor is sure to find mild weather, a rich cuisine, festivals and long held traditions which are kept alive, a wide range of cultural and leisure activities…. Let yourself be swept along and learn all you need to know to make your stay as enjoyable as possible.
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