Valencia was once home to Susann and a region of Spain that we visited in 2014.
Visited: 2014
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Paterna is a city and municipality in the comarca of Horta Oest, located in the immediate metropolitan area of Valencia, Spain. It sits on the left bank of the Turia River, with parts of the Turia Natural Park within its territory. With a municipal population of approximately 73,000 residents, it is one of the largest…
Dénia is a city on the eastern coast of Spain, located in the province of Alicante within the Valencian Community. The city is situated on the Mediterranean coast along the Costa Blanca, positioned midway between the larger cities of Alicante and Valencia. According to 2023 data, the municipality has a population of approximately 45,000 residents….
Benicalap is a district in the northern part of Valencia, Spain. It is a primarily residential area composed of apartment blocks, local shops, and public green spaces. A visit here provides a look into the daily life of Valencia, separate from the main tourist areas in the city’s historic center or along the coast. The…
El Cabanyal is a historic neighborhood located in the maritime district of Valencia, Spain. Positioned directly west of the city’s main beaches, it began as a fishing village. Today, it is known for its grid of streets that runs parallel to the sea and for its buildings decorated with colorful tiles. The neighborhood retains a…
La Malva-rosa is a coastal neighborhood in Valencia, Spain. It lies on the eastern edge of the city, where the urban grid meets the Mediterranean Sea. The area is defined by its wide beach and the long promenade that borders it. For generations, it has been a primary seaside destination for the residents of Valencia….
Terramelar is a residential neighborhood located within the municipality of Paterna, Spain. It sits in the immediate metropolitan area of Valencia, directly adjacent to the city’s main trade fair complex. The neighborhood was developed as a planned community in the late 20th century. Terramelar is positioned between the Feria Valencia and the CV-35 motorway, providing…
Les Tendetes is a neighborhood located in the La Saïdia district of Valencia. It sits just north of the city’s historic center, bordered by the Turia Gardens and the northern avenues. This is a primarily residential area, with streets that contain local bakeries, small shops, and tapas bars frequented by residents. The neighborhood’s name, Valencian…
Beniferri is a district in the northwest of Valencia, Spain, located within the larger Pobles de l’Oest area. Situated just 4.5 kilometers from Valencia’s city center, it has a population of approximately 1,400 residents. The district’s geography reflects its historical roots in the Valencian huerta, or agricultural plain. Beniferri is located directly adjacent to major…
Burjassot is a town and municipality in the province of Valencia, Spain. It is located in the L’Horta Nord comarca, as part of the fertile Valencian huerta (agricultural plain). With a population of approximately 39,800 residents, it is a key suburban area within the Valencia metropolis. The town is located just 4 kilometers northwest of…
Benimàmet is a district within the city of Valencia, Spain. It is located just 4.5 kilometers northwest of Valencia’s city center. As of 2023, Benimàmet has a population of approximately 15,000 residents. Administratively, it is part of the larger Campanar district of Valencia, but it retains its own distinct identity as a former independent municipality….
On our last day in Valencia, we really didn’t know what to do. We had come back from our short trip to Zaragoza the night before. Now we were looking for something a bit closer to Valencia for a new trip. We could, of course, have spent the day in Valencia, but we felt that…
Our stories from sunny Spain continue. In this post, we write about our trip to Valencia in October 2014. We also share some tips that will help you have a great time in this sunny Spanish city! This is part 3 of 5 in our series Stories from Sunny Spain. Valencia is the third largest…