Stories from Medieval Valencia. We tell you 5 stories from Medieval Valencia that will make you look at the city with different eyes. 1. Market Square and La Lonja de la Seda (Silk Exchange) In Medieval Valencia, one of the most terrifying places was the Plaza del Mercado, as it was there that the executioner carried out punishments and executions. The authorities used this locale as it was one of the busiest parts of the city: the bigger the crowd, the more exemplary the punishment. On the façade of the Silk Exchange, just where the gallows were located, grotesque gargoyles ..read more

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Fallas Festival 2020The Fallas Festival 2020 is fast approaching. Make the most of it by following these simple tips. 10 Tips to keep in mind during the Fallas Festival 2020 There is a lot of noise so it’s a good idea to bring earplugs, as the noise can be annoying when you are trying to rest. It is not advisable to use earplugs during pyrotechnical acts (fireworks, mascletás), in which case it is recommended to open your mouth to alleviate pressure on the eardrum ..read more

The Fallas festival in Valencia is a celebration to be enjoyed by the whole family. For this reason, children participate in the events, they have their own children’s falla monuments and from a very young age, they experience the potent atmosphere of flame, firecrackers and light. Fallas in ValenciaThe Fallas festival in Valencia officially starts on March 1, with the cridá at the Serranos Towers and the first mascletá at Town Hall Square. The busiest days are from March 15-19, 2020. What To Do With Children During The Fallas Festival In Valencia? There’s a lot to do, bu ..read more

Fallera por un dia Churros Mascletá Vertical Ninot Exhibition Ninot Mascletá Fallas in Valencia 2020We are fast approaching the festive period of Fallas in Valencia 2020. If you visit Valencia in February or March, you can’t miss the Fallas fun, so here’s all the information you need to enjoy the Fallas in Valencia 2020. Fallas in Valencia – February During the month of February you can visit the Ninot Exhibition and Fallas Artists Guild Museum. You may also like to dress up as a fallera or perhaps enjoy some stunningly delicious churros con chocolate. Ninot Exhibition The Ninot ..read more

Mascletá Fallas in Valencia During Fallas in Valencia, the city begins to catch a whiff of gunpowder. To be well-prepared and not miss a thing, here’s all the information you need to enjoy the Fallas in Valencia. On March 15 the streets of Valencia will be transformed by a festival that has been declared an Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. Fallas in Valencia 2020 officially begins on March 15 with the plantá and ends on March 19 with the cremá. During these five days, the city of Valencia fills with light, colour, noise and fire. The streets are beset by hundreds of caric ..read more

ValenciaDo you want to get to know the history of Valencia? We will tell you the origin of its name, get to know Valencia before you go. Famous for its beaches, its cuisine, for the City of Arts and Sciences, with futuristic structures and of course, for its history! Origin and history of Valencia The history of Valencia is fascinating. But let’s take it one step at a time. Roman Valentia (138 BCE – 711 CE) The history of Valencia begins in 138 BCE. Valencia was a Roman city built on the current Plaza de la Virgen, by Consul in Hispania, Décimo Junius Brutus. It was a wa ..read more

Central Market Valencian Fans Espardenyes Souvenir Fallero Paella Kit Souvenirs Valencia Souvenirs IdeasWhen we talk about a Valencian souvenir, we are not talking about a fridge magnet or a postcard. Giving a souvenir is a sweet way of showing that we have thought of someone. That is why we help you to choose original and unique souvenirs, which representative of the Valencian Community, to give to your family and friends. Valencia Football Club Valencia is a football city, so when souvenir shopping, we recommend you visit the Valencia FC shop located in Plaza del Ayuntamiento 28. Here ..read more

La Albufera de Valencia Nature Park We recommend you visit La Albufera de Valencia Nature Park, one of the most important wetlands on the Iberian Peninsula. The name Albufera is derived from the Arabic, Al-Buhayra, which means “small sea”. Download a comprehensive map of La Albufera de Valencia Nature Park La Albufera de Valencia Nature Park La Albufera de Valencia Nature Park is a freshwater lagoon and estuary on the Gulf of Valencia coast. Located just 10 km from the city centre, surrounded by rice fields and forest, This coastal lake is separated from the sea by ..read more

Chinese New Year in ValenciaThe Chinese New Year in Valencia is celebrated near the city centre on January 25, 2020. This year is 4718 according to the traditional Chinese calendar – The Year of the Metal Rat. With more than 4,000 years of history, the Chinese New Year is celebrated on the first day of the Chinese lunar calendar. The date varies every year, but always falls between January 21 and February 20. This period coincides with the beginning of the agricultural cycle, saying goodbye to winter and welcoming a new season, therefore, it is also called the Spring Festival ..read more