Valencia
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98/100 gastronomy
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Spain
City: Valencia

Valencia, the jewel of the Spanish Mediterranean, is a city of dazzling contrasts, where the futuristic architecture of Santiago Calatrava coexists with a thousand-year-old old town.Home of paella, sun-drenched and blessed with the vast Turia Garden, Valencia offers a perfect blend of culture, gastronomy, beach and vibrant urban life.

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The world capital of paella and a paradise for lovers of rice and garden products.

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The world capital of paella and a paradise for lovers of rice and garden products.

Undisputed birthplace of paella (the authentic one, with chicken and rabbit).The Central Market is one of the best fresh produce markets in Europe.Horchata with fartons is a unique and delicious snack.Great culture of 'esmorzaret' (heavy mid-morning lunch).
You have to know where to eat a good paella to avoid the 'paellas for tourists'.

Culture

88

A city with a strong cultural identity, marked by the Fallas, the art of Sorolla and a rich musical tradition.

Las Fallas are a festival of art, satire and fire unique in the world, a World Heritage Site.Museum of Fine Arts, with an excellent collection of Valencian masters (Sorolla, Ribalta).Tradition of marching bands and pyrotechnics.
The offer of large international museums is not as wide as in Madrid or Barcelona.

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Valencians are known for their open, relaxed and friendly character.

Welcoming people eager to show their city.Less stressed environment than in large capitals.Terrace culture that invites socialization.
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Paella, for Lunch

Paella is a midday dish. Valencians never eat it for dinner. Look for it in restaurants on the beach or in El Palmar (Albufera).

Horchata and Fartons

Don't leave without trying horchata (a refreshing tigernut drink) with fartons (an elongated bun for dipping). The most famous horchaterías are Daniel and Santa Catalina.

Try the 'Esmorzaret'

At mid-morning (10:00-11:00), Valencians take a break for 'esmorzaret', a hearty lunch. Order a snack and a drink at any bar for an authentic local experience.

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