Quick, name the first two Spanish city destinations that come to your head.
You probably said Madrid and Barcelona, didn’t you?
Well, while these two cities might be the biggest and most popular for visitors in Spain, Valencia deserves your attention too.
Spain’s third-largest city is located on the Mediterranean coast and has a multitude of beautiful things for visitors to see and interesting things to do.
Valencia’s Mercat Central is located in the center of the city’s historical old town and is one of the world’s most beautiful food markets. Strolling its aisles is an absolute feast for the senses.
You can also find the Llotja de la Seda in the Old Town. This UNESCO World Heritage site was the center of the town’s historical silk trading industry and was built in the late 15th Century.
While strolling through Valencia’s Ciutat Vella, be sure to try horchata. This is Valencia’s most typical beverage, made out of tiger nuts, cinnamon, and milk.
Also located in Valencia is the Ciutat de les Artes i les Ciències, designed by world-renowned architect Santiago Calatrava. The complex hosts several interesting buildings, the highlight of which is its aquarium.
If you’re a beach goer, the city also has several beaches that are easily accessible from the city, including the city’s Malvarosa Beach.
Valencia is a mix of the old and the new, and despite not being Spain’s most famous tourist city, it’s certainly worth seeing. Enjoying its pleasant climate and beautiful streets is an experience you won’t forget.
