Valencia
nestles in the midst of some of the prettiest historic territory of Spain. This is an area
of old Roman settlements and groves of orange trees, fringed by the deep blue waters of
the Mediterranean. Valencia is an enjoyable destination to visit for a taste of the
wonderfully sumptuous paellaand for excursions through the picturesque
countryside.
Parts
of the old city with its baroque architecture are delightfully quaint. 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. Put Valencia on your itinerary
simply to get a feel of Mediterranean Spain - with its oranges and lemons, its wines and
seafood, its beach resorts and tiny villages.
