| Roughly half way down Spain's Mediterranean | | | | As mentioned above, a walk through Valencia |
| coast is the country's third largest city - | | | | will be much as it was centauries ago, with |
| the "laid-back beach-town" of Valencia. | | | | such notable sites as the "Mercado Central", |
| | | | a gothic silk exchange which is now a |
| Valencia's history dates all the way back to | | | | recognised UNESCO heritage site. |
| 138 BC, where it was part of the Roman | | | | |
| Empire. World renowned for their flawless | | | | The city is also home to "Ciutat de les Arts |
| architecture; taking a walk down the streets | | | | i les Ciències" or "The City of Arts and |
| of Valencia today, proves that the Roman | | | | Sciences", which is one of the world's most |
| construction really does stand the sands of | | | | impressive examples of modern architecture. |
| time. | | | | |
| | | | Along with being rich in architecture, |
| Now with a population of just over 800 | | | | Valencia is alive with music and festivals, |
| thousand, Valencia has become a hybrid of | | | | boasting an excellent selection of bars, |
| cultures blended together to create a city | | | | theatres and of course the world famous La |
| rich in art, culture, energy, shopping, | | | | Tomatina festival. |
| nightlife and a dash of cosmopolitan | | | | |
| sophistication. | | | | The tomato-hurling festival is held annually |
| | | | on a Wednesday towards the end of August, so |
| Adding to Valencia's unparalleled charisma is | | | | ensure your flights fall around then so you |
| an abundance of stunning visuals on offer | | | | don't miss out! |
| throughout the city. The thriving city parks | | | | |
| roll down to the golden beaches and into the | | | | Finding cheap flights to Valencia is easily |
| crystal blue Mediterranean Sea. | | | | done, especially if you take advantage of |
| | | | popular online flights comparison sites. |