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Learning Spanish in Valencia. The tourist guide to study your Spanish course.
General Information. Over 800,000 inhabitants, although the population of the metropolitan area exceeds 1,800,000. 325 kilometres to the east of Madrid. It is the capital of the Autonomous Community of Valencia and the third most populated city in Spain, after Madrid and Barcelona. It is known as the "capital del Turia", in reference to the diverted river whose old course was converted into a long sunken park that winds its way across Valencia. At the southern end of this dry riverbed stands the ‘City of Arts and Sciences' (La Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias), a cultural and architectural complex designed by Santiago Calatrava. Valencia has an outstanding choice of schools in which to study the Spanish language. The city, which was founded in 138 BC, has two public universities, the University of Valencia and the Polytechnic University of Valencia, as well as the private university CEU Cardenal Herrera. The official languages of the city and the surrounding region are Spanish and Valencian. Valencia is a very attractive place to study Spanish with many language schools offering a wide range of courses.
Surrounding Areas. La Albufera (10 kilometres), a nature reserve which includes the freshwater lagoon after which it is named, its marshy environment and the narrow strip of sand dunes which separates it from the sea; Sagunto (28 kilometres), whose old quarter contains interesting Roman archaeological remains; Cullera (38 kilometres), a coastal town with magnificent beaches.
World Heritage Site. The Silk Merchants Exchange (La Lonja de la Seda) was declared a World Heritage Site in 1996. It was built at the end of the 15th century to boost the burgeoning silk industry at a time when the discovery of America was causing important changes in trade routes.
Main Sights. The Cathedral, where the Holy Chalice is kept in a specially consecrated chapel; the Central Market (Mercado Central); two of Valencia's oldest churches, Iglesia de los Santos Juanes and Iglesia de San Juan del Hospital; Columbus Market (Mercado de Colón); the city's main railway station (Estación del Norte), a magnificent example of early 20th century modernist architecture; the Serrano Towers (Las Torres Serrano), part of the walled precinct which protected the old quarter until the end of the 19th century. The City of Arts and Sciences, a hugely ambitious complex which has become the icon of modern-day Valencia, is notable for the highly unusual architecture of its designer, Santiago Calatrava. Its many attractions include museums, aquariums, exhibition and conference halls, IMAX theatres and entertainment areas, as well as shows featuring performing seals and dolphins. It is worth visiting the Albufera Nature Reserve (Parque Natural de la Albufera), the Botanical Garden (Jardín Botánico), West Park (Parque del Oeste), the Royal Gardens (Jardines del Real), more commonly known as the Jardines de Viveros, and the Jardines del Turia, a park which occupies a 10-kilometre stretch at the southernmost end of the former river bed, where the City of Arts and Sciences now stands. Another interesting place to visit is the port, where the America's Cup was recently held and where Formula 1 races are organized.
Culture. La Mostra de Valencia is the name of the city's film festival (October). The VEO Festival (February) is dedicated to the performing arts. The City of Valencia International Band Competition (Certamen Internacional de Bandas de Música Ciudad de Valencia), held in June, features the participation of internationally recognised local bands. Valencia has numerous museums and exhibition halls, the most important being the St. Pius V Museum of Fine Arts (Museo de Bellas Artes San Pío V), the Valencian Institute of Modern Art (IVAM, Instituto Valenciano de Arte Moderno), the Blasco Ibáñez House Museum (Casa Museo de Blasco Ibáñez) and the Museum of Paleontology (Museo Paleontológico). The cultural offer is a major attraction for the many students who decide to study Spanish in Valencia.
Beaches. Valencia's coastline offers a wide variety of beaches, ranging from large tourist beaches to tiny coves. The beaches of Malvarrosa and Las Arenas are very near the city centre, while Saler is a little further away.
Shopping. The main shopping area can be found just south of the city centre, in and around the following streets: Colón, Don Juan de Austria, Poeta Querol, Jorge Juan, Cirilo Amorós and La Paz. Valencia also has numerous shopping centres, such as Aqua and Saler, next to the City of Arts and Sciences. Bonaire, the largest shopping centre in the region, is located on the outskirts of the city near the A-3 motorway that links Valencia with Madrid.
Gastronomy. The best areas for tapas are Ciutat Vella, Extramurs, Poblats Maritims, L'Eixample, El Pla del Real and Algiros. The Valencian dish par excellence is the internationally famous paella, a combination of rice, locally sourced vegetables and rabbit or chicken. Another typical product, available at ice-cream parlours throughout Valencia and beyond, is horchata de chufa, a milk drink made with locally grown tiger nuts. Cakes and pastries are another speciality, and the region also produces several good wines with Designation of Origin (Valencia, Utiel-Requena and Alicante).
Sports. Valencia Club de Fútbol is the city's internationally famous football team, who play their home games at the Mestalla stadium. The region also boasts another first division football team, Levante U.D., and the city's basketball team, Valencia B.C., competes in the ACB league of Spain. The city also hosts numerous sporting events, such as the Valencia Tennis Open, the Valencia America's Cup and the F1 Grand Prix of Europe, while the nearby town of Cheste hosts Moto GP races. In Valencia you can play or learn almost any sport.
Fiestas. During Las Fallas (March), the city's most representative fiestas, giant papier mâché figures designed to satirise current affairs and celebrities from all walks of life are put on display throughout Valencia and finally burned on 19th March. The festivities also include numerous pyrotechnic extravaganzas, such as the explosive mascletás, always at 2 p.m. in the Town Hall Square (Plaza del Ayuntamiento), or the more visual firework displays known as the castillos, which take place every night and reach a spectacular climax on 18th March.
Transport. Besides the urban and regional bus network, the best way to get around Valencia is by metro or tram. The port provides ferries and cruise ships for numerous destinations, and the city also has an international airport. By 2011, Valencia will be just one and a half hours away from Madrid by high speed train (AVE). There is also a sightseeing bus with guided tours in various languages. It is easy to get from Valencia to other Spanish cities by train or by using the various coach services.
Nightlife. Students who decide to study Spanish in Valencia will discover a very active nightlife, thanks to the city's university atmosphere. The most exclusive area is Cánovas. The Barrio del Carmen is a large neighbourhood which attracts a mixed crowd to its many bars and clubs. Other options are Juan Llorens, Avenida de Aragón and Xúquer, the most popular area among university students. The best areas for discotheques are Viveros, Avenida Blasco Ibáñez and Avenida Primado Reig. In the city there is a cocktail called agua de Valencia, a mixture of vodka, sparkling white wine or champagne and orange juice.
Useful phone numbers.
Radio Taxi................: 963703333
Tele Taxi...................: 963571313
Radio Telef. Taxi.....: 661719393
Ayuda en carretera : 900123505
Bomberos................: 080
Cruz Roja.................: 902222292
Emergencias...........: 112
Policía Nacional......: 091
Renfe (trenes).........: 902240202
Turismo....................: 963986422
Entertainment Calendar.
Cinema billboard
Concerts
Theatre and other shows
_________________________________________________________________
ESTABLISHMENTS IN VALENCIA (for international students)
To advertise here visit this Link.
TOUR AGENCIES
Guiarte Valencia
Discover Valencia with a unique and unforgetable way.
Tel: +34 644064296
Valencia.
_________________________________________________________________
Surrounding Areas. La Albufera (10 kilometres), a nature reserve which includes the freshwater lagoon after which it is named, its marshy environment and the narrow strip of sand dunes which separates it from the sea; Sagunto (28 kilometres), whose old quarter contains interesting Roman archaeological remains; Cullera (38 kilometres), a coastal town with magnificent beaches.
World Heritage Site. The Silk Merchants Exchange (La Lonja de la Seda) was declared a World Heritage Site in 1996. It was built at the end of the 15th century to boost the burgeoning silk industry at a time when the discovery of America was causing important changes in trade routes.
Main Sights. The Cathedral, where the Holy Chalice is kept in a specially consecrated chapel; the Central Market (Mercado Central); two of Valencia's oldest churches, Iglesia de los Santos Juanes and Iglesia de San Juan del Hospital; Columbus Market (Mercado de Colón); the city's main railway station (Estación del Norte), a magnificent example of early 20th century modernist architecture; the Serrano Towers (Las Torres Serrano), part of the walled precinct which protected the old quarter until the end of the 19th century. The City of Arts and Sciences, a hugely ambitious complex which has become the icon of modern-day Valencia, is notable for the highly unusual architecture of its designer, Santiago Calatrava. Its many attractions include museums, aquariums, exhibition and conference halls, IMAX theatres and entertainment areas, as well as shows featuring performing seals and dolphins. It is worth visiting the Albufera Nature Reserve (Parque Natural de la Albufera), the Botanical Garden (Jardín Botánico), West Park (Parque del Oeste), the Royal Gardens (Jardines del Real), more commonly known as the Jardines de Viveros, and the Jardines del Turia, a park which occupies a 10-kilometre stretch at the southernmost end of the former river bed, where the City of Arts and Sciences now stands. Another interesting place to visit is the port, where the America's Cup was recently held and where Formula 1 races are organized.
Culture. La Mostra de Valencia is the name of the city's film festival (October). The VEO Festival (February) is dedicated to the performing arts. The City of Valencia International Band Competition (Certamen Internacional de Bandas de Música Ciudad de Valencia), held in June, features the participation of internationally recognised local bands. Valencia has numerous museums and exhibition halls, the most important being the St. Pius V Museum of Fine Arts (Museo de Bellas Artes San Pío V), the Valencian Institute of Modern Art (IVAM, Instituto Valenciano de Arte Moderno), the Blasco Ibáñez House Museum (Casa Museo de Blasco Ibáñez) and the Museum of Paleontology (Museo Paleontológico). The cultural offer is a major attraction for the many students who decide to study Spanish in Valencia.
Beaches. Valencia's coastline offers a wide variety of beaches, ranging from large tourist beaches to tiny coves. The beaches of Malvarrosa and Las Arenas are very near the city centre, while Saler is a little further away.
Shopping. The main shopping area can be found just south of the city centre, in and around the following streets: Colón, Don Juan de Austria, Poeta Querol, Jorge Juan, Cirilo Amorós and La Paz. Valencia also has numerous shopping centres, such as Aqua and Saler, next to the City of Arts and Sciences. Bonaire, the largest shopping centre in the region, is located on the outskirts of the city near the A-3 motorway that links Valencia with Madrid.
Gastronomy. The best areas for tapas are Ciutat Vella, Extramurs, Poblats Maritims, L'Eixample, El Pla del Real and Algiros. The Valencian dish par excellence is the internationally famous paella, a combination of rice, locally sourced vegetables and rabbit or chicken. Another typical product, available at ice-cream parlours throughout Valencia and beyond, is horchata de chufa, a milk drink made with locally grown tiger nuts. Cakes and pastries are another speciality, and the region also produces several good wines with Designation of Origin (Valencia, Utiel-Requena and Alicante).
Sports. Valencia Club de Fútbol is the city's internationally famous football team, who play their home games at the Mestalla stadium. The region also boasts another first division football team, Levante U.D., and the city's basketball team, Valencia B.C., competes in the ACB league of Spain. The city also hosts numerous sporting events, such as the Valencia Tennis Open, the Valencia America's Cup and the F1 Grand Prix of Europe, while the nearby town of Cheste hosts Moto GP races. In Valencia you can play or learn almost any sport.
Fiestas. During Las Fallas (March), the city's most representative fiestas, giant papier mâché figures designed to satirise current affairs and celebrities from all walks of life are put on display throughout Valencia and finally burned on 19th March. The festivities also include numerous pyrotechnic extravaganzas, such as the explosive mascletás, always at 2 p.m. in the Town Hall Square (Plaza del Ayuntamiento), or the more visual firework displays known as the castillos, which take place every night and reach a spectacular climax on 18th March.
Transport. Besides the urban and regional bus network, the best way to get around Valencia is by metro or tram. The port provides ferries and cruise ships for numerous destinations, and the city also has an international airport. By 2011, Valencia will be just one and a half hours away from Madrid by high speed train (AVE). There is also a sightseeing bus with guided tours in various languages. It is easy to get from Valencia to other Spanish cities by train or by using the various coach services.
Nightlife. Students who decide to study Spanish in Valencia will discover a very active nightlife, thanks to the city's university atmosphere. The most exclusive area is Cánovas. The Barrio del Carmen is a large neighbourhood which attracts a mixed crowd to its many bars and clubs. Other options are Juan Llorens, Avenida de Aragón and Xúquer, the most popular area among university students. The best areas for discotheques are Viveros, Avenida Blasco Ibáñez and Avenida Primado Reig. In the city there is a cocktail called agua de Valencia, a mixture of vodka, sparkling white wine or champagne and orange juice.
Useful phone numbers.
Radio Taxi................: 963703333
Tele Taxi...................: 963571313
Radio Telef. Taxi.....: 661719393
Ayuda en carretera : 900123505
Bomberos................: 080
Cruz Roja.................: 902222292
Emergencias...........: 112
Policía Nacional......: 091
Renfe (trenes).........: 902240202
Turismo....................: 963986422
Entertainment Calendar.
Cinema billboard
Concerts
Theatre and other shows
_________________________________________________________________
ESTABLISHMENTS IN VALENCIA (for international students)
To advertise here visit this Link.
TOUR AGENCIES
Guiarte Valencia
Discover Valencia with a unique and unforgetable way.
Tel: +34 644064296
Valencia.
_________________________________________________________________
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