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  Valencia (city) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Population of the city of Valencia proper was 796,549 as of 2005 estimates.
As of 2005, the mayor of Valencia is Rita Barberá Nolla.
The king James I of Aragon reconquered the city in 1238 and incorporated it to the new formed Kingdom of Valencia, one of the kingdoms forming the Crown of Aragon.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Valencia   (1524 words)

  
 Valencia (city)
The city of Valencia is the capital of Valencia province and the autonomous community (region) of Valencia, and of the former kingdom of Valencia, eastern Spain.
Valencia has been called the city of the 100 bell towers, of which the most outstanding are the Gothic Miguelete Tower (1381-1424), adjoining the cathedral, and the hexagonal Tower of Santa Catalina (1688-1705), a fine example of Valencian Baroque style.
Valencia was a walled town, but the walls were removed in the 19th century, and only two of its gates survive.
www.orbilat.com /Encyclopaedia/V/Valencia_city.html   (543 words)

  
 Valencia (city) - Wikitravel
Valencia is a charming old city and the capital of the Valencia province of Spain that is well worth a visit.
Valencia is famous for its Fallas festival in March, for being the birthplace of paella, for hosting the 2007 America´s Cup, and for the massive architectural project by Santiago Calatrava called The City of Arts and Sciences.
Valencia Airport (VLC) is 9 km from the city centre.
wikitravel.org /en/Valencia_(city)   (2228 words)

  
 Study Spanish in Valencia, Spain
Valencia is identified with the Mediterranean Sea because the culture deriving from the old Mare Nostrum is manifest in its patterns of social behaviour.
The futuristic face of the city is mirrored on the old riverbed through the Gulliver Children's park and the leisure and culture complex., Ciutat de les Arts i de les Ciencies.
Life in the city spreads down to the seafront with the harbour are and the beaches of Las Arenas and La Malvarrosa.
www.donquijote.org /english/city.valencia.asp   (643 words)

  
 The City of Valencia , Spain
Valencia, a city of cultural and commercial prestige is situated halfway down the Eastern coast of Spain.
Valencia boasts one of the largest remaining historical centres in Europe, and the city's noble past can be felt here, in what was the Economic and Cultural capital of the Mediterranean in the 14th and 15th centuries.
Valencia was henceforth transformed into capital of the confederation, with its culture, commercial activity, and legal establishments with independent legislation, and became one of the most important economies of the Mediterranean in the 14th and 15th centuries.
www.cuspideuk.com /info_Valencia.htm   (473 words)

  
 Valencia, city, Spain. The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition. 2001-05
Under the Moors, from the 8th to the 13th cent., it was twice the seat of an independent state (see Valencia, region).
It was the seat of the Valencia school of painting in the 16th and 17th cent.
A popular resort, the city is very picturesque, with blue-tiled church domes and narrow streets in the old quarter and fine tree-lined avenues and promenades in the modern section.
www.bartleby.com /65/va/ValenciaSp.html   (351 words)

  
 Valencia (disambiguation) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Land of Valencia, an autonomous community in Spain.
Valencia (province), the province of the Land of Valencia, Spain.
Valencia (city), capital of the Land of Valencia.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Valencia_(disambiguation)   (182 words)

  
 Catalan language - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The city of Alghero (l'Alguer) on Sardinia, an island in Italy.
The language was spread to the south by the Reconquista in several phases: Barcelona and Tarragona, Lleida and Tortosa, the ancient Kingdom of Valencia, and transplanted to the Balearic Islands and l'Alguer (Alghero).
Barcelona was the pre-eminent city and port of the Aragonese Empire, a confederation nominally ruled by the King of Aragon (Aragon, Catalonia, Roussillon, Valencia, the Balearic Islands, Sicily, and — later — Sardinia and Naples).
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Catalan_language   (2028 words)

  
 Hello Valencia
The City of Valencia is in the coast this of Spain, bathed by the Mediterranean Sea, in the center of the gulf that takes its name and embraced by both channels that today river Turia has, in her the commercial port greater of Spain can be found.
Valencia is the third urban sprawl of Spain.
The dessert menu offers fresh fruit (Valencia produces wonderful oranges and citrus fruits) and an extensive array of pastries such as rosetones, arrop i tallaetes or arnadí (a sweet made from pumpkin, sweet potato and almonds), these are often accompanied by a mistela or muscatel liqueur.
www.hellovalencia.galeon.com   (1951 words)

  
 Valencia (city, Spain) - Hutchinson encyclopedia article about Valencia (city, Spain)
City and capital of Valencia province in the Valencian Community, eastern Spain, on the estuary of the Guadalaviar River; population (2001 est) 746,600.
It was the seat of the Valencia school of painting in the 16th and 17th centuries, and experienced an economic revival during the 19th and 20th centuries.
During the Spanish civil war, Valencia was the seat of the Republican government in 1936–37.
encyclopedia.farlex.com /Valencia+(city,+Spain)   (252 words)

  
 Valencia City, Valencia Region and Valencia's Surrounding Areas   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
Valencia is Spain´s 3rd largest city – it has a marina, a sandy beach and is a major sea port.
Valencia is due to host the Americas Cup (the richest sporting event in the world) in 2007 and is fast becoming one of the most popular and exciting areas to live.
Valencia city is large, yet compact, with a friendly atmosphere and has many historical buildings – one of the famous ones being the Central Market (picture - left) which is one of the largest markets in Europe.
www.movetospain.org /valencia.asp   (1112 words)

  
 Learn Spanish in Valencia, Spain. Valencia Spanish School
In Valencia, there are many museums to be visited and monuments to be admired: you cannot miss a visit to the Cathedral and the Royal monastery of Santa María.
The Valencia coast is one of the Spanish coastal areas with the most extensive beaches and therefore it is decidedly one of the country’s most touristic areas.
Valencia is the ideal place for studying Spanish due to its privileged location on the Mediterranean coast that ensures you the perfect climate all year round.
www.donquijote.org /english/valencia.asp   (562 words)

  
 Global Economies: Region of Valencia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
Valencia has a modern network of highways, of which the most important is the Mediterranean Motorway, which runs the length of the Mediterranean coast and covers the Valencia region from north to south.
Valencia's social and economic development for the foreseeable future has been carefully planned in a thorough and comprehensive plan known as the Strategic Plan 2015.
The city of Valencia's near future is focused on preparing for the biggest sporting event the city has ever hosted, the America's Cup, in 2007.
www.nytimes.com /global/spainvalencia   (536 words)

  
 Yacht Charter Valencia - Aboard a Beneteau First for Mediterranean Yacht Racing
Valencia is the third largest city in Spain with a population of around 1,000,000 inhabitants.
Valencia has a mean annual temperature of 17º C and 90% sunny days a year.
Its rich gastronomic tradition –Valencia is home to the paella - offers a wide range of dishes, in which locally grown rice and vegetables, fresh fish, sauces and nutritious desserts provide a feast of flavours for even the most discerning palate.
www.interyachtcharter.com /spain-valencia.htm   (416 words)

  
 Valencia Spain Hotels. Accomodation in Valencia - City Centre for Online Reservation.
Hotel Petit Palace Germanias Valencia is placed in the city centre of Valencia, occupies an old building of the end of the XIX century, totally renewed with 45 moderns rooms.
Hotel Parque Central Valencia is a newly constructed hotel situated in the central Plaza Manuel Sanchis Guarner, very near the historical centre of the city, by one of the principal access routes to Alicante and only five minutes from the train station and Palau de la Musica.
The Petit Palace Bristol Hotel Valencia is situated in one of the most strategic areas in the city, right in the heart of Valencia and just a few minutes walk from the Cathedral and the Miguelete, the Emblematic Symbol of the city.
www.holidaycityeurope.com /valencia-centre   (1320 words)

  
 CATHOLIC ENCYCLOPEDIA: Archdiocese of Valencia
Nothing positive is known about the introduction of Christianity into Valencia, but at the beginning of the fourth century when Dacianus brought the martyrs St. Valerius, Bishop of Saragossa, and his deacon, St. Vincent of Huesca, to Valencia, the Christians seem to have been numerous.
Cesar Borgia bore the title of Archbishop of Valencia, and was succeeded by Juan de Borja y Llansol, Pedro Luis de Borja, and Alfonso de Aragón, illegitimate son of Ferdinand the Catholic and also Archbishop of Saragossa (1512-20).
In the council chamber are preserved the portraits of all the prelates of Valencia.
www.newadvent.org /cathen/15251b.htm   (1820 words)

  
 A2Z Languages - Valencia, Spain - City Overview
Lively, warm and welcoming, Valencia is Spain’s third largest city and birthplace of its most famous dish - paella.
Founded over two thousand years ago, Valencia is refreshingly non touristic, is known for fantastic weather, has exciting nightlife, offers a number of diverse shops and museums, and has a charming old town center.
Valencia’s town hall - the ayuntamiento - lies right in the heart of the city.
www.a2zlanguages.com /spain/Valencia/valcity.htm   (608 words)

  
 Valencia (city) -   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
Valencia (Castilian Spanish: Valencia /va'lenθia/; Valencian Catalan: València /va'łεnsia/) is a medium-sized port city (the third largest city in Spain) and industrial area on the Costa del Azahar in Spain.
The Valencia government's implementation of the LRAU [law regulating urban activity] has been controversial since it involves the expropriation of the homes of both Spanish nationals and foreign residents without compensation.
After the fall of Madrid in the Spanish Civil War, the capital of the Republic was moved to Valencia.
psychcentral.com /psypsych/Valencia   (1711 words)

  
 VALENCIA: A Virtual Trip   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
This WWW Server is running in Valencia, ensconced in fertile terrain on the shores of the Mediterranean close to the mouth of the Turia river.
Valencia and its environs constitute a first rate tourist centre in both infrastructure and alternatives for the discerning visitor.
You'll be pleasantly surprised by the City itself and the warm, inviting character of its inhabitants.
www.upv.es /cv/valbegin.html   (201 words)

  
 destination valencia, travel guide, city guide, valencia
Valencia nestles in the midst of some of the prettiest historic territory of Spain.
Valencia’s museums rate as among the best in the region.
The city itself is rather crowded – a sordid example of modern urbanisation at its unsavoury best; but there are plenty of charming spots that will make your visit interesting.
journeymart.com /DExplorer/Europe/Spain/Valencia?.../viAround_Inc.htm   (161 words)

  
 Accommodation in Valencia, Spain
Located in the most modern area of the city of Valencia, close to the Oceanographic Park and the Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias (Arts and Sciences City), the Tryp Oceanic Hotel is only 500 meters from the harbor and 2 kilometres from the city center.
The AC Hotel Valencia is located only 5 minutes from the port and very near to the City of Art and Science and Oceanographic Park, in a new area of the city.
The Melia Valencia Palace Hotel is located in the cultural centre of the city, the area renowned for its innovation and modernity, between the prestigious Concert Hall and the City of Arts and Science.
www.123casa.com /valencia/valencia.htm   (2397 words)

  
 Valencia Spain City Guide
An incredibly exciting place to visit, Valencia is an international city with excellent cultural, architectural and entertaining delights.
Valencia, situated on the east coast of Spain, is bathed by the magnificent Mediterranean Sea and rich agricultural lands.
If you are interested in museums and arts of the city, we have put it into our Valencia museum section.
www.valencia-information.com   (251 words)

  
 Valencia Travel and Hotel Guide
Valencia is located at the Mediterranean sea, and you will find beaches right in the very heart of it.
Important trade fairs confirm Valencia's position as one of the most dynamic cities in Spain.
Then Valencia is of course the city where "El Cid", Spain's national hero, fought against the Moors, and popular festivals in the city and many villages around still remind of this epoch.
www.spainbyclick.com /valencia   (192 words)

  
 València   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
Modern València is the third largest city in Spain, it is the center of an important agricultural region, with cultivated fields, "la huerta", leading right into the city limits.
Each neighborhood of the city has an organized group of people, the ''Casal Faller'', that works all year long holding fundraising parties and dinners, usually featuring the regional specialty Paella, and of course much music and laughter.
The ninots and their fallas are developed according to an agreed upon theme that was, and continues to be a satyric jab at anything or anyone unlucky enough to draw the attention of the critical eyes of the Falleros - the celebrants themselves.
www.edhuse.com /valencia.html   (623 words)

  
 Hotels in Valencia, Spain
The Eurostars Grand Valencia 5*****hotel, is a modern 5 stars hotel of new construction with incomparable views to the city, with its 24 floors, you will feel sleeping next to the stars.
Hotel Valencia Center is located in modern "Avenida de Francia", in the most developed area in Valencia, close to river Turia gardens en very next to internationally well known Ciudad de las Artes y...
The new Tryp Oceanic 4* (opening date: September 2003) is located in the most modern area of the city of Valencia, close to the Oceanographic Park and the Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias (Arts and...
www.bookings.es /city/es/valencia.html?aid=305255   (296 words)

  
 Spain travel and hotel guide - Attractions   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-18)
Valencia's old part of town is limited by the rails of the tramway, which run where have been the old town-walls until 1865.
Most monuments date to the time after the reconquest of Valencia from the Moors, in 1238 by Jaime I. That was the town's most blooming epoch.
"Valencia es la tierra de las flores", "Valencia is the land of flowers", says an old folk-song, and the parks and gardens of the city demonstrate it in an impressive way.
www.spainbyclick.com /valencia/city_guide/attractions.htm   (735 words)

  
 Valencia city spain
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 Valencia (Spain): Information on the city Valencia
Valencia is one of the largest cities in Spain, and among the liveliest.
Valencia City is an ideal place to enjoy its climate, its beaches and gastronomy.
Valencia is known throughout for its oranges, rice dishes and fresh vegetables.
www.spanishcourses.info /cities/38_valencia_EN.asp   (1150 words)

  
 UrbanRail.Net > Europe > Spain > Metro de VALENCIA
Valencia is the capital city of the autonomous region called Comunitat Valenciana, and with more than a million inhabitants in the metropolitan area it's Spain's third largest city.
Still under FEVE's administration in the early 1980's, it was decided to build a tunnel through the city centre in order to connect two of the northern lines with the one in the south.
The Underground Railways of Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia and Bilbao.
www.urbanrail.net /eu/val/valencia.htm   (1155 words)

  
 Discover Valencia City Spain and enjoy the magic of this wonderful city.
Apartments to rent in Valencia are very affordable, very modern and one of the best ways to experience and enjoy living in the beautiful city of Valencia.
Valencia is famous for it's culture and also for the many rock and classical music concerts that are held here.
The Albufera Valencia is famous not only for its fishing & gastronomy but for the beautiful fresh water lagoon, rice fields & nature reserve separated from the sea by a thin strip of land.
www.valencia-tourist-travel-guide.com   (1961 words)

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