The Valencia Region has a long Mediterranean coastline, with many tourist
attractions and vacation destinations. One of its main attractions
is the city of Valencia, a major urban centre bursting with history. The
city boasts such notable cultural institutions as the City of Arts and Sciences
and the Prince Felipe Museum, a modern complex designed by the celebrated
Valencian architect Santiago Calatrava, which also includes the largest
aquarium in Europe.
Valencia, which will host the 2007 America’s Cup, is known around the world for
its Las Fallas festival. During a week in the month of March, the city
thrills to the sound of music, the spectacle of fireworks displays, and parades
featuring hundreds of humorous, satirical carnival floats. Valencian
cuisine, with the world-famous paella as its signature dish, is another major
attraction in this region.
For more information:
Valencia Region tourism website