The Options Surrounding the city of Valencia, Spain
The beaches in the Spanish city of Valencia close to capital, in the Northern region of the city are usually quite popular, especially with the visitors coming from the other parts of the country. However the beaches in this city are the least affected by tourism, and retain the traditional customs that have not been influenced by foreign travelers from other countries in the world. In Castellon, the city to the north, just bordering Valencia, the architecture is a mix of industrial buildings and warehouses, surrounded by the traditional buildings that are lining the mountains. Every year this area attracts many young fans of music for their international music festival that includes the most famous bands and musicians performing today.
Further down the coast is the resort town of Benidorm. While this is a favorite party spot and the playground of the rich and famous, this is a location that is filled with tourists, so be prepared. Located here are also the locations of the parks of the region, the Aqualandia Water Center, the wildlife reserve, Terra Natura, and the popular theme park, Terra Mitica. If the rapid fire world of the parties and the nightlife of tourist spots are not one’s scene, there is a village with the combination of wide open spaces and nature hikes throughout the mountains, combined with luxury hotels. Valencia, Spain offers up fun and excitement, but is far more off the beaten track than Benidorm.
The mountains are great place to escape the summer heat of the city, with many rivers, water falls and cool mountain breezes. Surround the city are the open fields of the rice paddies, wherein grows on the ingredients of the recipes that the city of Valencia is well known for, the seafood paella. Surrounding the plantations and located through the mountains, are various wildlife reserves that also offer solace and quiet walks through nature and the plants, the birds and the animals indigenous to the region. All the regions have much to offer those vacationing in Spain, different things for many different personalities of world travels, but all uniquely Spain.
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