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On the shores of the Mediterranean there is a beautiful

land, a warm and inviting destination waiting for you.

Come and see the Costa Blanca, Benidorm, Valencia

Terra i Mar and Castellón Costa Azahar in all their

splendour.

They are all places where you can enjoy fun in the

sun, beautiful beaches, benefit from the climate and

keep in shape with your favourite sport, all year

round. Where you can discover local history and

monuments, meet new friends and participate in lots

of fiestas. Where you can follow scenic rivers and

mountain streams, rest by a shady fountain, travel

down hidden byways and forest tracks... and much,

much more.

The Land of Valencia has lots of surprises in store for you!

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NATURE RESERVESFrom the shores of the Mediterranean to the grandiose

sierras of the interior, the Land of Valencia provides

you with a wide variety of natural surroundings.

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From north to south, there are twelve protected naturereserves where unique Mediterranean flora and fauna canbe found.

Prat de Cabanes-Torreblanca nature reserveThis is a flat coastal area separated from the sea by a narrowstrip of shingle and sand. It is the major wetland area inCastellón province and considered highly valuable owing toits unique plant and animal population.

Desierto de la Palmas nature reserveLocated in the municipal areas of Benicàssim, Cabanes, laPobla Tornesa, Borriol and Castellón de la Plana, this scenicnature reserve featuring a ‘palm tree desert’ has an areaof 2,000 ha and forms part of the mountain range that runsparallel to the coast.

23,500 km2 of scenery. From the shores of the Mediterraneanto the grandiose sierras of the interior, the Land of Valenciagives you the chance to enjoy a wide variety of naturalsurroundings: endless beaches, hidden coves, marshlands,rice paddies, salt flats, Mediterranean forests, deep ravinesand gorges sculpted by mountain streams... Lots of spacefor nature lovers.

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Islas Columbretes Nature ParkThe archipelago of the Columbretes islands is located 30miles off the coast of Castellón. These volcanic islands areof great ecological value and are unique in the entireMediterranean basin. They have been carved by the wind andsea into curious shapes, like the interconnected craters onIsla Grossa and the central chimney of the ancient Carallotvolcano.

Sierra Espadán Nature ParkThis nature park is covered in valuable cork oak groves andpine trees. The park is dotted with tiny villages with Moriscoreminiscences and an interesting cultural heritage: castles,the town of Jínquer, and Roman ruins... Local fauna includeeagles, badgers, foxes, genets and stone martens.

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Sierra Calderona Nature ParkThe Calderona nature park is located in the province of Valencia,flanked by the Palancia and the Turia river valleys. It hasrugged terrain with sandstone and limestone formations, andan abundance of pines and a few cork oaks. The quiet valleysin the areas are sprinkled with historic monasteries. Of noteare the Garbí and Gorgo peaks, with magnificent lookout pointsover the neighbouring districts.

La Albufera Nature ParkThis is the major wetland area in the Land of Valencia, bothbecause of its size (21,000 ha) and its ecological value. It servesas a principal stopover and a nesting area for water birds. Ithas four distinct habitats with their own plant and animal life:the shoal or sandbar, the marsh, the lagoon and the forestarea. Traditional activities are fishing and rice growing.

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Pego-Oliva Marshland Nature ParkThis is another important wetland area in the Land ofValencia owing to the variety of its submarine life. Extendingover 1,290 ha, the park includes the river Bullent-Vedat andthe southern slope of the Mustalla sierra, the marshland,the coastal sand dunes and the river Molinell Racons.

El Montgó Nature ParkThe Montgó massif rises up to 750 m just off the coastbetween Dénia and Jávea. This impressive mountain withits own peculiar eco-systems runs parallel to the coast anddescends to Cape San Antonio.

The Rock of Ifach Nature ParkThis enormous mass of calcareous rock measuring some50,000!m2 stands on the coast, towering to 332 m in height.It is joined to the mainland by a narrow isthmus. Ifach is notedfor its autochthonous rock plant life, some of which is uniqueto this area.

The Santa Pola Salt Flats Nature ParkWith a surface area of 2,470 ha, this natural park presents aperfect example of the integration of traditional economicactivities, such as salt manufacturing, and the preservationof a wetland area serving as a habitat for many species ofwaterbirds.

El Hondo Nature ParkThis nature park has an area of 2,380 ha and is made up ofa series of marshes which are similar to each other but offerdifferent habitats depending on the depth and quality oftheir waters.

La Mata and Torrevieja Salt Flats Nature ParkThese salt flats, together with those of El Hondo and SantaPola, form a wetland triangle which is of great importancefor migratory birds. With an area of 3,700 ha, these lagoonsare used as nesting sites and wintering areas for over onehundred species of water birds.

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El Carrascar de la Font Roja Nature ParkIn the hinterlands of Alicante province, betweenthe towns of Alcoi and Ibi, this nature parkoffers fine landscape featuring Mediterraneanpines and shrubbery of great botanical interest.The history of this park dates back to the 14thcentury.

Sierra Mariola Nature ParkThe Sierra Mariola is a mountainous arealocated between the provinces of Valenciaand Alicante. Botanically it is very interestingbecause it is a natural habitat for numerousmedicinal and aromatic plants, and containsnoteworthy pine forest areas scattered withoaks, maples, ashes and teaks. There areboth man-made and natural caves and curioussnow wells once used for storing winter snowfor ice production for local consumption.

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BEACHESThe Blue Flag waves over the beaches of the Land

of Valencia, symbolizing clean water and quality

beaches, which are equipped with a full range of

installations and services.

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466 Km OF COASTLINE FOR YOU

466 km of coastline, where you can enjoy everything the sea has tooffer. Clean, transparent waters caress the land’s beaches, coveredin fine, golden sands or wave-worn shingles. Impressive cliffs dominatethe horizon, watching over solitary coves.

You can enjoy warm water temperatures in summer and autumn,and excellent solariums in winter. You have a wide variety of beachesto choose from: quiet, family beaches; bustling, cosmopolitan beaches;isolated coves hidden under towering cliffs; beaches on the shoresof the city.

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BEACHES

TO ENJOY THE SEA

In the Land of Valencia you can sunbathe or swim at beachesinternationally known for their quality, like Benidorm;beaches with golden sands like Gandia, Guardamar,Oropesa del Mar, Alicante or Sagunto; fine beauty spots,such as Peñíscola, with the castle of Pope Pedro de Luna(Benedict!XIII) in the background; hidden coves in Benissaand Teulada/Moraira and Jávea... They all form a coastlinesharing one common feature: clean water and well-tendedbeaches with a range of services. Each year the EU awardsblue flags for the region's clean beaches, making the Landof Valencia one of the tourist areas with the most blue flagsin Europe.

During the summer months you can find out about thestate of the beaches by phoning 900 21 07 63.

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CASTELLÓNde la Plana

VALENCIA

ALICANTE

BENIDORM

VINARÒS

BENICARLÓ

PEÑÍSCOLA

ALCALÀ DE XIVERT

TORREBLANCA

OROPESA

BENICÀSSIM

MONCÓFA

CANET D’EN BERENGUER

SAGUNT

SUECA

CULLERA

TAVERNES DE LA VALLDIGNA

GANDIA

OLIVA

DÉNIA

XÀBIA

TEULADA-MORAIRA

BENISSA

LA VILA JOIOSA

EL CAMPELLO

SANTA POLA

GUARDAMAR DEL SEGURA

TORREVIEJA

PILAR DE LA HORADADA

El Morrongo

El Fortí

Nord

ALCOSSEBRE Les Fonts / El Carregador / La Romana Manyetes / Moro / L’Estany

Torrenostra / Norte

Morro de Gos / La Conxa

Voramar / La AlmadravaTorre Sant Vicent- Torreó / Els TerrersHeliopolis

L'Arenal

NULES Nules

Les Cases / Cerezo

Masbo

BURRIANA

LÁlmardà / El Port de Sagunt

Racó de la Mar

LA POBLA DE FARNALS

ALBORAYA

EL PUIG

Port Saplaya

Play-Puig

La Malva-rosa

Puebla de Farnals

El Saler

El Perellonet / El PerellóMareny de Vilxes / Les Palmeretes

El Faro / El Racó / DosselLÍlla-Los Olivos / Sant Antoni

Xeraco

Tavernes de Valldigna / La Goleta

El Arenal / La Granadella / La Grava

Les Deveses / Les Marines / Les BovetesLes Rotes / Marineta Cassiana / Punta del Raset

Playa Nord

Albir

El Portet / LÁmpollaLes Platgetes

La Fossa / Port MauriLÁrenal-Bol / Cantal Roig

L'Olla / La Roda / Cap Blanch

Levante / Mal Pas / Poniente

Centre / El ParadísLa Cala

Sant Joan / El Postiguet / Saladar / Albufereta

Carrer del Mar / Muchavista

El Altet / Els Arenals del Sol / Les Pesqueres-El Rebollo / La Marina

TabarcaLa Marina / Les Pesqueres-Rebollo

Els Vivers / Centre / La Roqueta

Flamenca / La Zenia / Campoamor / Cabo Roig / Mil Palmeras

Las Villas-Higuecas / Puerto / Jesuitas-Cala Rincón

Torrelamata / Los Locos / El CuraLos Naufragos-Acequión / La Mata

Gurugú / El Pinar

Playa Lisa / Levante / Varadero / Tamarit

CHILCHES

ALMENARA Casablanca

XERACO

Cala Fustera

FINESTRAT

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ORIHUELA

Terranova / Pau-Pi / Les Aigües Blanques

La Devesa

Bellreguart / Miramar / Piles

Arenas-Cabanyal

MEDITERRANEANSEA

BEACHES IN THE LAND OF VALENCIA

BEACHES

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CULTURAL STROLLSThe long history of this land and the creative spirit

of its inhabitants have had a profound effect on the

cultural development of the Land of Valencia.

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The age-old history of this land and the creative spirit ofits inhabitants have had a profound effect on the culturaldevelopment of the Land of Valencia. Centuries of cultureand rich historical and artistic heritage await you: Neolithicpaintings in the caves of Valltorta (Tírig-Albocácer), Cuevade la Araña (Bicorp) and Morella la Vella; archeologicalremains in L’Alcúdia (Elx), La Serreta (Alcoi) and Castellde Castells; Roman monuments in Sagunto, Cabanes andChelva; Medieval castles in the districts of Els Ports deMorella (Castellón) and Vinalopó (Alicante); and numerouscivic and religious buildings in all architectural styles inAlzira, Bocairent, Gandia, Requena, Valencia, Xàtiva,Castellón de la Plana, Jérica, Morella, Peñíscola, Sant Mateu,Alicante, Elx, Orihuela, and more.

THE CREATIVE SPIRIT OF ITS INHABITANTS HAS HAD

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A PROFOUND EFFECT ON CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT

More than 200 museums provide an ample overview ofregional culture and history. Don’t miss the IVAM ModernArt Museum and the San Pío V Fine Arts Museum in Valencia,the Fine Arts Museum in Castellón de la Plana and theContemporary Art Museum in Vilafamés, or the collectionof 20th-century Art in the La Asegurada Museum and theProvincial Museum of Archaeology in Alicante. Touristinformation offices provide information on opening times.

The City of the Arts and Sciences, in Valencia, is a majorreference point for 21st century culture and entertainment.

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IVAM (Modern Art Museum):Centre Julio González, tel. 96 386 30 00

Valencian Museum of the Illustration and Modernity(MuVIM), tel. 96 388 3730San Pío V Fine Arts Museum, tel. 96 360 57 93La Beneficencia Cultural Centre, tel. 96 388 35 79(Prehistory, Ethnology Museums, Sala Parpalló gallery)“González Martí” National Ceramics Museum,tel. 96 351 63 92City of the Arts and Sciences - Prince Felipe ScienceMuseum, tel. 96 197 45 00La Asegurada Museum - 20th-century Art Collection,Alicante, tel. 96 514 09 59Alicante Provincial Archaeology Museum,tel. 96 598 89 34Fine Arts Museum and Contemporary Art Centre“Castelló Cultural”, tel. 96 472 75 00Contemporary Art Museum of Vilafamés, tel. 96 432 91 52

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Also of interest are a number of cultural events heldthroughout the year in the Land of Valencia. Of note arethe International Comedy Film Festival (Peñíscola, June),the L’Alfàs del Pi Film Festival (July), the InternationalMusical Bands Competition (Valencia) and the FranciscoTárrega Guitar Competition in Benicàssim (both in July),the International Habanera and Polyphony Competition(Torrevieja, August), and the Valencia film festival Mostrade Valencia Cinema del Mediterrani (October), the “Saguntoon Stage” theatre festival (August) and the concertprogramme at the Palau de la Música auditorium in Valencia(year round).

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IT’S FIESTA TIMEOver 600 popular fiestas are held in the Land of

Valencia each year – fiestas which are meant to

be held in the streets, for everybody to enjoy.

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LIGHT, FIRE, GUNPOWDER, THEATRICS...

Bright lights, roaring fires, gunpowder and theatrics are keyelements in Valencian festivities. Over 600 popular fiestasare held in the Land of Valencia each year – fiestas whichare meant to be held in the streets, for everybody to enjoy.Tourist Information Offices can provide you with a full line-up to choose from.

You might enjoy...The fire fiestas: The spectacular Fallas of Valencia (12-19March), the Fogueres de Sant Joan in Alicante (17-24 June)and the Santantonadas in Forcall (17 January).The Moors and Christians in Alcoi (22-25 April), also held inmany other towns in Alicante province, and in the interiorof the provinces of Valencia and Castellón.

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The religious festivals: the Les Useres pilgrimage (last Fridayof April); The Mystery of Elx (14-15 August) and the HolyWeek and Corpus Christi processions.In addition, the Magdalena feast (third Sunday of Lent inCastellón), the Rosario Marinero de la Aurora (in Culleraon the second Sunday after Easter), the Requena GrapeHarvest (24 August-4 September), the Tomatina (TomatoBattle) in Buñol (last Wednesday in August), the Muixerangain Algemesí (7-8 September), the Xàtiva Fair (August), theCocentaina Fair (August) the Sexenni in Morella (secondfortnight of August, every six years), the feast in honourof Our Lady of Suffrage in Benidorm (November), and BullFestivals in Valencia, Alicante and Castellón.

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Moors and ChristiansThis celebration has become a highly popular and spectacularfestivity because of the many attractions it offers to bothparticipants and spectators: farce, disguises, traditional costumes,music and gunpowder. The age-old tradition of the battlesbetween the believers in the Crescent Moon and the followersof the Cross are portrayed year after year in colourful paradesfeaturing local people dressed as Moors and Christians, beatingon timbals and blowing pipes called ‘chirimias’, shootingblunderbusses and flashing shining swords and scimitars. Thelargest feast is held in the town of Alcoi, in the month of April,although there are many other celebrations throughout theyear, such as in Biar, Ontinyent, Bocairent, la Vila Joiosa, Alicante,Callosa d’En Sarrià, Jijona, Cocentaina, Villena, Elda, Petrer,Benidorm, Crevillente, Bañeres, Albaida, Sax, l'Olleria, etc.

Las FallasThese are the unparalleled fire feasts, signifying renovation,spring cleaning, the change of the seasons. ‘Fallas’ are huge,float-like figurines assembled in the street, full of satire andhumour, and peopled with baroque figurines called ninots.Valencia holds these festivities honouring St Joseph from 12 to19 March, and many other towns in the region do likewise, suchas Alzira, Benetússer, Cullera, Benicarló, Benidorm, Burriana,Dénia, Elda, Gandia, Sagunto, Torrent, la Vall d'Uixó, Xàtiva...

Les Fogueres de Sant JoanOn the night of 24 June bonfires are lit everywhere. This solsticecelebration is full of fun and festivities, with parades, dances,and a full range of firework displays. Streets and squares fillwith people, and music and the smell of gunpowder float throughthe night air, as the bonfires keep their tryst with the feast ofSt John each year. In the city of Alicante, the highpoint isreached on the night of 24 June, when from the summit ofmount Benacantil, a majestic firework display imitating a palmtree is set off, embracing the entire bay of the city.

La MagdalenaThis is held on the third Sunday of Lent in Castellón, with anumber of traditional parades and ceremonies such as the pregó,the pilgrimage to the chapel, les gaietes, dances, processions,etc. The gaietes parade is a unique celebration combining artand glowing lanterns to mark the founding of the city.

The Mystery of ElxThe Mystery of Elx, now a UNESCO World Heritage event asof 2001, is a festivity listed as being of international touristinterest, consisting of a sacred/lyrical drama inherited fromthe 15th century where actors perform the last few days ofthe Virgin Mary, her death, her ascension to heaven and hercoronation. Popularly known as the “Festa” or “Feast”, it istraditionally held on two successive days, August 14 and 15,in the Basilica of the Assumption of Saint Mary of Elx and isthe only play of medieval origin permitted in the interior ofthe temple, having survived down through the ages to ourday. On even-numbered years there are extraordinaryperformances on 29 and 30 October, and on 1 November.

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KEEP IN SHAPEThe diversity of the landscape, a marvellous climate

and superb facilities make sport one of the Land of

Valencia’s main attractions.

THE DIVERSITY OF THE LANDSCAPE,

The diversity of the landscape, a marvellous climate andsuperb facilities make sport one of the Land of Valencia’smain attractions.

On the coast, numerous nautical and recreational facilitiesprovide you with the opportunity to make the most of thesea: swimming, water skiing, sailing, windsurfing, fishing,snorkelling, rowing, and a full calendar of regattas andcompetitions.

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The Land of Valencia has 22 golf courses equipped with the finestservices and facilities. All are set in prime locations and have madethe region one of the world's best locations for golf enthusiasts.

People looking for thrills and adventure can try other sports in thehinterlands, such as mountaineering, cycling, riding, piloting,rafting, and more.

For further information on adventure sports, contact the IVAJ(Valencia Youth Institute) on phone 96 386 97 00 or 012 and askabout activities being programmed.

THE MARVELLOUS CLIMATE...

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C.N. de Vinaròs

Marina Benicarló

Puerto de Peñíscola

CASTELLÓNde la Plana

VALENCIA

ALICANTE

BENIDORM

P.D. Las Fuentes

P.D. Oropesa del Mar

Real C. N. de Castellón

C.N. de Burriana

P.D. de Canet d’En Berenguer

P. D. Pobla Marina

Real C. N. de Valencia

C. N. de Cullera

Real C. N. de Gandía

C.N. El Perelló

C. N. de Jávea / P. de Jávea

C. N. Moraira

C. N. de Calpe / Puerto Blanco

C. N. de Altea / Marina Greenwich / La Galera,Portet de L’Olla / Puerto de Altea

C. N. Benidorm

C. N. Les Bassetes

C. N. de La Vila Joiosa / Puerto de La Vila Joiosa

Puerto Costa Blanca

Real C. de Regatas de Alicante-Tiro Pichón / Real C. de Regatas de Alicante

Puerto de Tabarca

Marina Deportiva de Alicante

C. N. El Campello

C. N. Santa Pola / Puerto de Santa Pola

C. N. Dehesa de Campoamor / P. D. Cabo Roig

Real C. N. de Torrevieja / Marina Internacional de Torrevieja

P. D. Torre de la Horadada

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Panorámica

Costa Azahar

Mediterráneo

Manises

El Bosque

El Saler

Oliva Nova

La Sella

Jávea

Don Cayo

Alenda Club GolfBonalba

Alicante Golf

El Plantío

Las Ramblas

Campoamor

Villamartín

La Marquesa

Escorpión

Ifach

Port Saplaya

Marina de las Dunas

C. N. Oliva

C. N. de Dénia / Puerto Dénia / Marina Dénia

Gandia

La Finca

MEDITERRANEANSEA

GOLF COURSES

YACHT CLUBS AND MARINAS

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CRAFTS AND MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE

The Land of Valencia has a rich culinary lineup

based on fresh produce from the local market

gardens, the sea and the rugged hinterland.

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THE LAND OF VALENCIA KEEPS ITS AGE-OLD

The Land of Valencia keeps its rich, age-old craft traditionalive, handed down from father to son. In local shops andspecialized stores you can find folk art objects of exceptionalbeauty.

The towns of Paterna, Manises, Biar, Agost, Alcora and Ondaare the birthplaces of ceramic wares, each with their owndistinctive style. Gata de Gorgos, Vallada and Moixentproduce original articles made from wicker, esparto grass,palm leaves and cane. L’Olleria is famous for cut glasswareand crystal, Elx for its original palm-leaf creations, and thetowns of Morella, Monóvar, Novelda and Guadalest for theirartistic textiles. In Jarafuel and Segorbe you can buy fine,handmade walking sticks, and for hot summer days, whynot use an authentic handmade fan from Valencia or Aldaia.

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The Land of Valencia has gained a deserved place in the annalsof cookery thanks to its world-famous paella, the queen ofregional cuisine. But the culinary delights certainly don’t endhere. Apart from this traditional dish combining products fromthe land and the sea, each town and village has its own variationon the rice theme. In fact, there are thousands of ways toprepare local rice: arròs negre (with squid), caldoso (stewed),al horno (oven-baked), a la marinera (fisherman’s style), concostra (with omelette topping), rossejat (with chick peas), etc.

Then come the fresh vegetables from the local gardens, thehuertas, and fresh fish and shellfish, plus game, ‘free range’poultry, all used as ingredients for old recipes which havestood the test of time. Restaurants offer dishes such asfideuà, gazpachos, sausages, all i pebre, cruet de peix, driedfish roe, etc.

Fresh oranges, table grapes from Vinalopó, medlars from Callosad’En Sarrià or cherries from the Alicante mountain orchards aregood for dessert. Or perhaps some turrón, arnadí, ice-cream orhorchata from Alboraya.

To accompany fine meals, nothing better than some red andyoung rosé wines from Utiel-Requena, or ‘cava’ or sparklingwine, a sweet Fondillón from Alicante, or crisp white winesfrom the Alto Turia, plus the traditional Alicante liqueursknown as herbero and café-licor. These wines all have their‘denominación de origen’: Alicante, Utiel-Requena and Valencia.

CRAFT AND CULINARY TRADITIONS ALIVE

Rice can be prepared in an infinity of ways. Here are two possible recipes, one is the original paella, the other afisherman's rice.

Paella400 gr rabbit, 400 gr chicken, 250 gr green beans, 150 gr haricot bean seeds, 150 gr broad beans, 1 ripe tomato, 500gr rice, 8 tablespoons olive oil, a pinch of ground red sweet pepper, saffron and salt, 2.5 litres water approx.Preparation: In a paella pan for four, heat the oil and when hot stir in the diced meat, braise well and add the greenbeans, the broad beans and the haricot beans. Continue cooking for about eight minutes and stir in the grated tomato.Stir a little and add the rice, ground pepper, saffron and water. When it starts to boil, season with salt. Serves 4.

Arroz a banda (rice in fish stock)500 gr rice, 1 large onion, 1 ripe tomato, 4 garlic cloves, 8 tablespoons olive oil, saffron and salt, 1.5 litres fish stock.To make fish stock: 1.8 L water, fresh rock fish, onion, laurel leaf, potatoes and ripe tomato.Preparation: In a paella pan for four, heat the oil and fry the chopped onion, the sliced garlic cloves and grated tomato.Add the rice together with the saffron and then pour in the stock. When it starts to boil, season with salt. Serves 4.

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The interior of the Land of Valencia offers countless possibilities

for enjoying contact with nature - you can retrace the steps of

history through its monuments, sample recipes and ancient culinary

know-how, and share in the customs and traditions of the locals.

RURAL TOURISM

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accommodations that enable you to discover the inland region and theway of life of local inhabitants. During your stay you can enjoy all sortsof activities such as hiking, mountain biking, horse riding, ravinedescents, climbing and even craft workshops.

In Castellón, the scenic mountain area known as La Tinença de Benifassá,an outstanding ecological niche, has secluded villages with valuablecultural legacies; the Els Ports-Maestrat district presents scenerythat combines natural elements with man-made constructions thatreflect the course of history; at the foot of the Penyagolosa, themost emblematic peak in Valencian territory at 1,814m, there is a ruralenvironment full of ancient customs; the Alto Mijares district, locatedaround the river that bears its name, is well suited for nature, sportsand health tourism, with an array of local crafts; the Alto Palanciadistrict has a landscape where water takes pride of place, an importanthistoric and artistic heritage and mountain ranges wedged betweennature reserves.

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In Valencia, the mountainous Rincón de Ademuz lies farthest from the coast,presenting rural landscape highlighted by lofty peaks covered in splendidforests; the Calderona Sierra has picturesque mountains with a special kindof charm where you can do some hiking and reach lookout points from whichyou gain a good view of the coast, the Serranos/Alto Turia district and lotsof forest land close to the Turia river running through a narrow valley, pastsmall towns and villages with interesting sights and old historic quarters; LaPlana de Requena-Utiel offers the landscape of the Castilian meseta surroundedby mountain ranges, a wine-making district with fiestas, culture and historyseasoned with a rich cuisine; La Hoya de Buñol marks the rise from the coasttowards the meseta, with rivers providing good opportunities for aquatics andmountain ranges concealing attractive caves; El Valle de Ayora has potholesand cavities of geological interest and the entire region presents a colourfullandscape varying from ochre to red and inhabited by unique animal species;

RURAL AND MOUNTAIN AREAS

La Canal de Navarrés boasts a rugged beauty with a mosaic of fields and crops,prehistoric rock shelters, river canyons and outstanding traditional architecture;La Costera-La Vall d'Albaida has a succession of rural landscapes where fruittrees predominate, inhabited since antiquity as evidenced by the abundanthistoric and artistic heritage of the towns and villages in this district.

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WHERE YOU CAN ENJOY NATURE

In Alicante, the nature park area known as La Serra Mariola isa highly valued cultural and environmental paradise, providingnatural shade for towns and villages offering crafts, fiestas andtraditional cuisine; Les Valls de la Marina, with a strong Moriscoflavour, penetrate inland flanked by magnificent limestonemountains with unique plant species and mountaintop castles;La Serra d’Aitana descends towards the sea, giving rise to aconstantly changing landscape dotted with friendly little villagesconnected via hiking trails; the Vinalopó Castles area is astorehouse of historic features of the region, overlooking townsand villages with important cultural treasures; the Baix Vinalopó-Vega Baja are lowlands with hills and hillocks that provideexcellent panoramas, wetlands highly valued for their sceneryand for the presence of migratory birds, an extensive palm treeplantation, the only one of its kind in Europe, and monumentaltowns whose history dates back to the first settlements on thepeninsula.

For hiking fans there is a complete network of well-signpostedLong-Distance (GR7, GR10, GR33 and GR36) and Short-Distance Routes (Senderos de Gran Recorrido y de PequeñoRecorrido) which cross the Land of Valencia from north tosouth and from east to west, linking various towns. Thereare many outdoor sports to practise: canoeing, mountainclimbing and walking, sports and classical climbing, ravinedescents, road and mountain bike excursions, delta wing,hang gliding, ultralight aircraft and ballooning, amongothers. The organizers of these activities can be contactedthrough tourist information offices.

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l'AlcoraLucena del Cid

Castelló dela Plana

MontanejosAdemuz

NavajasSegorbe

TuéjarChelva

Llíria Sagunt

Utiel

Valencia

Cofrentes

AyoraXàtiva

OntinyentBocairent

Alcoi

EldaXixona

Biar

Benidorm

Alacant

Requena Chiva

Muro de Alcoy


Jalance

Cocentaina

Buñol

Villena

Jérica

Enguera

Navarrés

Novelda

Vall del Pop

Anna

Elx

Orihuela

El Castell deGuadalest

La Valld'Alcalà

Onda

Morella

Villafranca del CidSant Mateu

Bejís

LOS SERRANOS

LA TINENÇA

DE BENIFASSÀ

ELS PORTS-MAESTRAT

PENYAGOLOSA

EL ALTO MIJARES

EL ALTO PALANCIA

EL RINCÓN DEADEMUZ

LA CALDERONA

LA PLANA DEREQUENA-UTIEL

LA HOYA DE BUÑOL

EL VALLE DE AYORA

LA CANAL DENAVARRÉS

LA COSTERA-LA VALL D'ALBAIDA

LA SERRA MARIOLA

LES VALLS DELA MARINA

LA SERRA D'AITANA

LOS CASTILLOSDEL VINALOPÓ

BAIX VINALOPÓ-VEGA BAJA

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Tourist information offices in theinterior districts

Main roads

Airport

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CITY LIFEThe three cities in the Land of Valencia offer visitors lots of attractions

for enjoying a weekend break and getting acquainted with local scenes.

Valencia, Alicante and Castellón have a full range of facilities for leisure

and entertainment, as well as for work and professional activities, not

to mention a complete cultural lineup and an extensive hotel list.

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The city of Valencia has long been an important venue onthe trade fair circuit, becoming consolidated as an attractivelocation for conference tourism that enables professionalvisitors to enjoy the city in their free time. Its historiccentre, which is among the most extensive in Europe andfeatures first-class cultural and architectural treasuressuch as the Lonja, a 15th-century former silk exchangelisted as World Heritage, vies with natural surroundings ofexceptional beauty and local tradition like L�Albufera,El!Saler, the beaches and the seaside towns.

The city offers visitors new, avant-garde sites such as theValencia Conference Centre, the City of the Arts andSciences located at the end of the old Turia riverbed, nowconverted into an extensive garden area, one stretch ofwhich contains the Music Auditorium. There are also nationalmuseums such as the Ceramics Museum or the Fine ArtsMuseum, and internationally renowned festivities such asthe Fallas in March.

A HOST OF POSSIBILITIES IN

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THE HEART OF THE CITY

Alicante is a city that lives life happily on the shores of theMediterranean. A place where you can enjoy the exceptionalweather all year round, offering visitors a host of possibilitiesfor an easy weekend break or perhaps to stage theprofessional event of your choice.

Magnificent beaches such as El Postiguet, facing the citycentre; landmark sites such as the Santa Barbara castleperched on the city’s hilltop, commanding a fine view ofthe city and coast; the beautiful Concathedral dedicated toSt Nicholas or the ancient church of St Mary; museums suchas the Provincial Archaeological Museum (MARQ) or theGravina Fine Arts Museum (MUBAG), boasting the latestequipment for eye-catching exhibitions, the Capa and Casade la Asegurada collections, to mention only a few of themain attractions that tourists will find in this city.

Moreover, Alicante offers a patchwork of different scenesfor rest and relaxation: the Explanada Promenade along theseafront and harbour, the bar and tavern scene in the oldquarter, known as “El Barrio”, and countless other activitiessuch as festivities, music, theatre and exhibitions throughoutthe year. This gives the city a good lineup of complementaryattractions for visitors, either for work or play, in additionto its well-consolidated “sun and fun” offers.

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Castellón offers an intense cultural life that the city culturalproject continues to expand. Plays at the Principal Theatre,avant-garde exhibitions at the Contemporary Art Centre,historic collections at the Fine Arts Museum and, in thefuture, conferences, conventions and professional eventsthat will be held at the Auditorium and Conference Centre,alternating with shows and concerts in a perfect amalgamof business and pleasure. Deeply rooted in Mediterraneantradition, Castellón’s commercial and cultural life inspiresa lively and entertaining city where everything is close athand, enhanced by the modern internationalist mindset ofits people.

Valencia Conference Centre:Avenida de las Cortes Valencianas, 60. 46015 Valencia. Spain.

Tel.: 96 317 94 00. Fax: 96 317 94 01.

Alicante Convention Bureau:Portugal, 17. 03003 Alicante. Spain.

Tel.: 96 514 92 50 Fax: 96 514 92 51.

Valencia Tourism Convention Bureau:Convento Carmelitas, 1. 46010 Valencia. Spain.

Tel.: 96 360 63 53. Fax: 96 360 64 30.

Costa Blanca Convention Bureau:Avda. Federico Soto, 4 entlo. 03001 Alicante. Spain.

Tel.: 96 523 01 60. Fax: 96 523 01 55.

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21st CENTURY LEISUREThe Land of Valencia is positioning itself as Europe's best equipped region

for the enjoyment of tourism and leisure. Emblematic projects that are

now a reality such as Terra Mítica, the City of the Arts and Sciences,

Cultural Castellón, or the Racetrack form part of an exclusive and attractive

lineup that should not be missed, and they will continue to grow in the

next few years.

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Terra Mítica in Benidorm is the leading theme park inEurope’s southern sunbelt. Unbelievable attractions andshows make it a fascinating place where time ceases toexist. Live the mysteries of the most ancient and legendaryMediterranean civilizations to the full by touring all fiveareas in this magnificent park.

Myths start in Ancient Egypt, where visitors can see thePyramid of Keops or slide down the Cataracts of the Nile.Then it’s Greece, the land of the gods, with its huge Olympiatheatre. Rome is next, offering the dizzying Flight of thePhoenix and the largest wooden roller coaster in Europe,the Magnus Colossus, located next to the exciting shows ofthe Circus Maximus.

LEISURE, CULTURE AND ENTERTAINMENT

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In Iberia, the “warm shore”, visitors see traditional feastsand festivities, and then comes The Islands, the emblematicattraction where the Rescue of Ulysses is performed, invitingeveryone on an incredible adventure.

With the help of Benidorm’s privileged climate, visitors canenjoy a varied lineup of attractions and shows, as well asa full selection of bars, restaurants, shops and customerservices.

The City of the Arts and Sciences is a true spectacle forthe eyes. The buildings in this impressive leisure and culturalcentre, designed by Santiago Calatrava with additions byFélix Candela, comprise part of an avant-garde project imagethat places Valencia firmly on the frontline of 21st-centurycity enhancement endeavours.

FOR THE 21st CENTURY

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The Hemisfèric planetarium offers new-generation Imaxfilms where visitors can experience the dizzying sensationsof speed and height, catering to stargazers and laser showenthusiasts. Soon, the world’s marine eco-systems, includingflora and fauna, will be on display at the OceanographicPark, with visitors being able to enjoy the views from theunderwater restaurant. The finest performances in opera,concerts and the scenic arts will be given in the new Palaceof the Arts, with its roofed and open-air spaces, forming ahuge, oval “helm-like” design.

The Prince Felipe Science Museum is a top-ranking 21st-century site whose aim is to promote the life sciences andprovide information on the latest scientific and technologicaladvances. It contains a giant Foucault pendulum, plusinteractive scientific displays where visitors can see, sense,touch and become actively involved in a number ofinteresting experiments.

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The Castellón Cultural Programme combines leisure andentertainment, with performances in the rehabilitated maintheatre (Teatro Principal), now recovered as an emblem ofthe city’s determination to enjoy the scenic arts. Avant-gardeexhibitions are given by prestigious national and internationalartists in the Espai d'Art Contemporani. The fine arts museum(Museu de Belles Arts) contains a retrospective of the valuablehistoric and patrimonial inheritance belonging to the province.In the future, the project contemplates auditoriums andconference centres in Castellón and Peñíscola, enabling moremusical performances and audiovisuals to be staged, andconsolidating the business tourist trade with the lineup ofquality attractions to be found along the coast of Castellón.

Watching the trials on the world motorcycling calendar atthe Land of Valencia “Ricardo Tormo” Racetrack is aspecial treat for motor fans, thanks to the spectacularvisibility at these racing facilities.

And opening very soon will be the City of Light and Filmsin Alicante; a film culture and entertainment centre. Also,the City of the Stage Arts in Sagunto will continue thetradition begun over 2,000 years ago at the Roman theatreof this historic town.

Information and contact:

Terra Mítica: 96 500 43 00/902 020 220

(www.terramiticapark.com)

City of the Arts and Sciences:

96 197 45 00/900 100 031 (www.cac.es)

Cultural Castellón: 96 472 36 00

(www.culturalcas.com)

Circuit de la Comunitat Valenciana

“Ricardo Tormo”: 96 252 52 20

(www.circuitvalencia.com)

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CASTELLÓN COSTA AZAHAR

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VALÈNCIA, TERRA I MAR

COSTA BLANCA

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C O S T A

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From Dénia to Pilar de la Horadada, from Orihuela to the valleys of

the Marina Alta, including Villena and Alcoi, the Mediterranean breeze

fills this land with light, enveloping the entire region in its exceptionally

attractive climate. With complete tourist facilities, spectacular

scenery and an extensive culinary palette, with exciting popular

festivities, and sports, cultural and entertainment opportunities

galore, the Costa Blanca is one of the most cosmopolitan sites in

Europe, where cultures from abroad fuse with local traditions in

perfect harmony.

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What to do in Alicante province

- Discover the delights of Benidorm, the Mediterranean's finesttourist resort.- In Alicante, go for a promenade along the seafront Explanada,and see the works of artists such as Alfaro, Canogar, Mompó,Tàpies, Miró, Picasso, Gris or Chillida in the La AseguradaMuseum.- Enjoy the magnificent beaches and coves along the CostaBlanca. From Dénia to Pilar de la Horadada, you'll find beachesfor all tastes: quiet coves, bustling beaches, with either sanddunes or fine shingles.- Visit Orihuela to see an exceptional ensemble of gothic,renaissance and baroque monuments.- In Santa Pola you can try a delightful caldereta de langosta,the town's famous lobster stew. From the harbour, you canmake a trip to the island of Tabarca and enjoy the magnificentmarine scenery.- Experience the nightlife on the Costa Blanca: discos andpubs, cafés and terraces where you can have a drink or an ice-cream, casinos, dance halls... Boredom is out of the question!- Commune with the elements in the beautiful nature parks ofFont Roja in Alcoi, or the Peñón de Ifach in Calpe.- Travel inland to the districts of Vinalopó Mitjà and VinalopóAlto, and discover castles, excellent cuisine and fine wines

(Monóvar, Novelda, Sax, Villena, Biar, Aspe, Monforte delCid and Petrer).- As a souvenir of your visit, choose some locally-madeceramics from the towns of Agost, Orba or Biar, or an articlein wickerwork, rush or esparto in Gata de Gorgos.- Climb the San Antonio cape or the Montgó mountain andenjoy a good meal with a view over the blue Mediterraneanand the steep coastal cliffs.- Visit the town of Elx and stroll through the largest palmtree plantation in Europe, now listed as World Heritage.- Go beachcombing across the sand dunes in Guardamar delSegura and have a refreshing swim in the sea.- Do some trekking in the Bernia sierra. You can cross theentire crest of the mountains at one thousand metres abovesea level, with magnificent vistas.- Sail along the coast of la Marina and enjoy a spectacularview of the coast. Dénia, Jávea, Teulada, Moraira, Calpe,Altea, La Vila Joiosa are seafarer’s havens, with lots ofopportunities for fun in the sun, taking a rest and relaxing.- Listen to some nostalgic habaneras in the casino ofTorrevieja, after seeing the local salt flats and getting a tanon the beach.

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An authentic tourist resort, with clean, golden beaches of

outstanding quality. Modern buildings and wide avenues, hotels

to suit everyone, a warm climate encouraging visitors to come

365 days a year. Whether you want an active or a restful and

relaxing holiday - it's yours for the asking, day or night. Nightlife

or beachlife. And above all, a city which is accustomed to

giving its all, in order to make guests feel at home.

After opening the Terra Mítica theme park, Benidorm has

become the site for Mediterranean civilizations. A place for

culture and entertainment whatever age you happen to be.

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What to do in Benidorm

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- Any day is a good day for swimming and sunbathing on themagnificent golden beaches of fine sand in the town: eitherthe Levante beach, or the Poniente beach, or the smaller MalPas beach.- Stroll through the narrow streets of the old town centre andthen climb up to the Castle lookout for a magnificent view ofthe bay of Benidorm.- At lunch or dinner time, try some local fresh fish or thetraditional rice dishes.- At night, enjoy Benidorm's famous nightlife and see all thepubs, discos and bars. Whatever your age or preference, you'resure to find something you like.- Take a boat ride to the island of Benidorm, where you cansee a rich variety of protected marine species around the shoresof this marine reserve.- From Benidorm, take a trip inland and visit tiny, enchantingvillages like La Nucia, Polop, Callosa d’En Sarrià, Guadalest,Finestrat and discover the beauty of the mountains overlookingthe sea.- Go on a trip to Terra Mítica and enjoy the shows and attractions

of the Mediterranean theme park.- Throughout the year, enjoy the many festivities held inBenidorm: the Carnival in February, followed by the Fallas inMarch, the Hogueras (bonfires) in June, the Moors andChristians later on... and a long list of fiestas right throughto November, when the town’s patron saint, our Lady ofSuffrage and St James, is celebrated.- Find time for your favourite sport: gymnastics on the beach,snorkelling around the island, water-skiing, sailing, athletics,tennis, horse riding, golf, hang gliding or whatever.- Before leaving, buy a souvenir for someone back home atany of the many shops in town: crafts, fashion, antiquesand more.- Visit the nearby towns of Altea, filled with charm, and strollround its attractive fishermen’s quarter, l’Alfàs del Pi, nowhome to many Europeans who appreciate its unbeatableclimate and spectacular landscape between the sierra Heladaand the sea, la Vila Joiosa, one of the most picturesquepueblos on the Costa Blanca.

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C A S T E L L Ó N

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Beaches bathed by the Mediterranean along 120km of

coastline, rugged peaks in the interior, a landscape whose

beauty convinces the visitor that here one can enjoy life

to the full. Traditional fiestas and monuments going back

to the beginning of time. Tourist facilities that make holiday

time a pleasure. Also available are tourist facilities for

enjoying nature during your holidays and an interesting

lineup of activities provided by the Castellón Cutlural

Programme.

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CASTELLÓN, COSTA AZAHAR

What to do in Castellón Province

- Travel the unfrequented routes to the Tinença de Benifassàand admire the breathtaking scenery of the district.- Stroll through the streets of the walled town of Morella. Onthe way to the castle, stop at the Basilica de Santa María tohear the church organ.- In the Els Ports district, taste some authentic mountaincuisine: rabbit in snail sauce, lamb stew, Forcallana soup, driedand salted meats, dishes prepared with local truffles, marinatedgame. For dessert, curds, or homemade pastries such as thearea's typical flaons.- See the cave paintings in the Valltorta ravine (Tírig), theRemigia cave (Ares del Maestre) or in Morella la Vella,now listed as World Heritage.- Taste some delicious prawns in Vinaròs or Benicarló after arefreshing swim in the sea.- Visit Peñíscola and see the castle where Pedro de Luna (PopeBenedict XIII) once lived.- Get a beautiful tan on the sandy beaches of Oropesa del Mar,Torreblanca, Benicàssim and Alcossebre (Alcalà de Chivert),or discover the coves hidden along the rocky part of the coast.- Go on an outing to Sant Mateu, capital of the Maestrazgodistrict, to see some outstanding examples of Medievalarchitecture. In Catí, you might like to see an altar piece byJacomart.- Walk through the woods of Vistabella del Maestrazgo andChodos to arrive at the Monastery of Sant Joan de Penyagolosa.- In Castellón de la Plana, you can enjoy plays and concerts,

and exhibits at the Main Theatre, and the Contemporary ArtMuseum and Fine Arts Museum, which now position the cityamong leading cultural attractions.- Play a game of golf or fly an ultralight aircraft in Castellónde la Plana, the capital of the province.- Drive to Vilafamés and stroll through the streets of thispicturesque painters’ town, where you can visit the Museumof Contemporary Art and the Wine Museum.- Go for a boat ride on an underground stream in the Cavesof Sant Josep, in Vall d’Uixó.- Follow the ‘route of the mountain springs’ through Altura,Navajas and Viver; then have a rest at the spas of Benasalor Montanejos, and enjoy a swim in their thermal springs.- Spend a day canoeing at the Regajo or Arenoso reservoirs,where beautiful scenery provides an appropriate backdrop.- Go on a complete tour of the Cathedral in Segorbe, and seethe exhibits in the town museum as well.- View the Mudejar tower of Jérica, and then discover thesights in the old town centre.

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València Terra i Mar offers visitors an extensive range of

tourist attractions, ensuring that everyone will enjoy their

stay in the region: long beaches of golden sand on the coast,

and inland mountain ranges; indoor and outdoor sports

facilities; golf courses and sailing lessons; culture and

entertainment; popular fiestas such as Las Fallas and little-

known pilgrimages to holy shrines; tourist attractions for

everyone, exquisite cuisine, good business, interesting

congresses and conventions, such as the City of the Arts and

Sciences in Valencia...

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What to do in Valencia province

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- Stroll through the old city centre of Valencia, visiting theLonja, now listed as World Heritage, the Central Market, theCathedral, the Palau de la Generalitat, the Palace of theMarquis of Dos Aguas, the Serranos and the Quart towers. Visitthe IVAM, the La Beneficencia Cultural Centre and the Museumof Fine Arts to admire their outstanding art collections andexhibitions.- Visit the City of the Arts and Sciencies, designed by SantiagoCalatrava, and now considered as one of the major leisurecomplexes in Europe.- In the evening, go for a boat ride on the Albufera. See allthe beauty of a sunset over the lake.- Order a genuine Valencian paella, a dish of all i pebre (eelsin garlic and pepper sauce) in El Palmar, or a freshly madehorchata (tiger nut milk) in Alboraya.- Travel up to the hinterlands of Valencia and visit the Rincónde Ademuz, the Valley of Ayora and the Requena-Utieldistrict. The cuisine, landscape, fiestas, popular architectureand historical sites will surprise you.- Enjoy nature at its best in the Alto Turia district. You canvisit the animal reserve of La Serratilla in the mountains nearBenagéber, climb the Remedio peak in Chelva, or hike throughthe ravines formed by the river Turia.- Play a game of golf in any of the five courses located in theprovince of Valencia. Enjoy your favourite sport in anexceptional climate.- Sunbathe on the beaches of Gandia, Oliva, Sueca, Tavernesde la Valldigna, Miramar, Piles and Xeraco. Further inland inthe La Safor district, there is a spectacular mountainouslandscape just a few kilometres from the sea.

- Visit La Canal de Navarrés and La Safor and see the cavepaintings, now World Heritage sites.- Go to a magnificent concert in Llíria, a town which is famousfor its music activities. It has two orchestras and hosts manyinternational symphony orchestras throughout the year.- Rest and relax by ‘taking the medicinal waters’ and bathingat the Cofrentes or Chulilla health spas.- Make sure you make time to take in a classical play at theRoman Theatre of Sagunto.- Climb up to the castle of Xàtiva, commanding a kingly viewof this historic city, and discover the manorial homes andpalaces in the city centre.- Comb the narrow streets of Bocairent, then visit the ancientMoorish caves cut into a nearby cliff.- Spend some time at the Estany lake in Cullera and try anarròs negre (rice in squid ink) at midday.

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practical information

In the Tourist Info network in the Land of Valencia, you will find all the information you need to plan your routes from northto south to discover all the attractions of this region, from the well-known tourist resorts along the coast to unique routesand byways in the interior.

TOURIST INFO ALICANTERambla de Méndez Núñez, 23. 03002 Alicante. Tel. 96 520 00 00. Fax 96 520 02 43

TOURIST INFO CASTELLÓNPlaza de María Agustina, 5. 12003 Castellón de la Plana. Tel. 964 35 86 88. Fax 964 35 86 89

TOURIST INFO VALENCIACalle de la Paz, 48. 46003 Valencia. Tel. 96 398 64 22. Fax 96 398 64 21

Tourist info network - Tourist Information Offices

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By car:

The A-7 motorway crosses the Land of Valencia, runningfrom north to south parallel to the coast and linking up withthe European road network. National trunk roads connect thecoast with major cities and the rest of Spain.

N-232 from Vinaròs to Morella, continuing to Zaragoza.N-234 from Sagunto to Segorbe, continuing to Teruel.N-330 Dual Carriageway from Alicante to Madrid.A-III from Valencia to Requena, continuing to Madrid.N-340 crossing the region from north to south.N-332 from Valencia to the southern district of the region.N-330 from Ademuz to Ayora, crossing the western part ofthe region.N-430 branches off from the N-340 in l’Alcudia de Crespinsto continue towards Albacete.

For further information, contact the following telephone: 90012 35 05 (Road Assistance).

By plane:

There are two airports in the region offering national andinternational links:Valencia (Manises), tel. 96 159 85 00Alicante (El Altet), tel. 96 691 90 00

By train:

Renfe Valencia, tel. 902 24 02 02Renfe Alicante, tel. 902 24 02 02Renfe Castellón de la Plana, tel. 902 24 02 02Ferrocarrils de la Generalitat Valenciana (regional railways)in Valencia-Metro Valencia, tel. 96 397 40 40Ferrocarrils de la Generalitat Valenciana (regional railways)in Alicante, tel. 96 526 27 31/96 526 22 23

Tourist trains of the Generalitat Valenciana:

- Limón Express: Benidorm-Gata de Gorgos,tel. 96 680 31 03- Trensnochador: Alicante-Altea(July-August, 9pm to 5am), tel. 96 526 27 31- Culture Train (for organized groups),tel. 96 526 92 95/96 526 27 31- Trenet senderista (footpath train),tel. 96 587 85 15/629 91 48 28- Boat-train to the island of Tabarca,tel. 96 526 92 95/96 526 27 31- Tourist ticket for the FGV line from Alicante to Dénia(weekends only), 96 526 92 95/96 526 27 31

By bus:

Valencia Bus Station, tel.: 96 349 72 22 Alicante Bus Station, tel.: 96 513 07 00

By boat:

There are ferry services to the Balearic islands from the portsof Valencia, Dénia and Alicante.

Port of Valencia, tel. 96 393 95 00Port of Alicante, tel. 96 513 00 95Transmediterránea Valencia, tel. 902 45 46 45Dénia: tel. port 96 578 00 67tel. Balearia: 902 160 180/902 191 068

Excursions:Benidorm-Benidorm Island: 96 585 00 52Santa Pola-Island of Tabarca: 639 89 39 20Alicante-Island of Tabarca: 96 521 63 96Torrevieja-Island of Tabarca: 96 670 21 22Castellón de la Plana-Columbretes Islands: 964 35 86 88

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c l imateThe mild Mediterranean climate is a delight to the senses in the entire Land of Valencia, with slight variations between the

coastal and inland regions. For example, in Benidorm the average winter temperature is 18.7°C, and in summer the average

is 31.7°C. There are almost 3,000 sun-hours per year on the coast and the average daytime temperature varies from 12-20°C

in winter to 24-32°C in summer.

The accommodation lineup in the Land of Valencia is extremely varied. There are a total of 724 establishments (hotels, hostels,

Paradors, spas and hydrotherapy and thalassotherapy sites, beauty and relaxation farms), 132 campsites, plus 443 rural

accommodation sites, providing for impeccable service. Consult with a tourist information office or in the Hotel Guide to the

Land of Valencia.

Shopping in the Land of Valencia is an interesting experience, thanks to the wide variety of arts and crafts produced here and a

full lineup of designer goods to be found in specialized shops and department stores. Small businesses open Monday - Saturday

from 10.00 to 13.30 hrs and from 17.00 to 20.00 hrs. Department stores and hypermarkets open from 10.00 to 21.00 and 22.00

hrs, respectively, Monday - Saturday. Banks are open from 9.00 to 13.30 hrs Monday to Friday.

accommodat ion

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VALENCIA ALICANTE BENIDORM CASTELLÓN

Austria 96 352 22 12Belgium 96 380 29 09 96 592 91 47Denmark 96 333 29 22 96 520 79 38U.S.A. 96 351 69 73France 96 351 03 59 96 592 18 36 964 25 63 81Germany 96 310 62 53 96 521 70 60G. Britain 96 521 60 22Ireland 96 510 74 85Italy 96 331 05 02 96 592 60 48 964 23 74 66Netherlands 96 341 46 33 96 521 21 75 96 585 70 12Norway 96 331 08 87 96 521 80 55 96 585 21 66/07 964 22 25 50Poland 96 358 00 02Sweden 96 394 03 75 96 521 81 23 964 25 32 21Switzerland 96 351 88 16

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The Tourist info network has tourist offices in over 60 municipalities in the Land of Valencia: Alcalà de Xivert/Alcossebre,Alcalà

de Xivert/Alcossebre, Alcoi, Alicante, Altea, Alto Turia, Anna, Benicarló, Benidorm, Benissa, Benicàssim, Bejís, Bellreguard,

Biar, Bocairent, Burriana, Calpe, Camp de Turia, Canet d’En Berenguer, Castalla, Castell de Guadalest, Castellón,

Cocentaina, Cullera, Daimùs, Dénia, El Campello, Els Poblets, Elx, Finestrat, Gandia, Guardamar, Jalance, Jávea, Jérica,

L’Alfàs del Pi, La Pobla de Farnals, La Vila Joiosa, Manises, Marina d’Elx, Miramar, Moncofa, Montanejos, Morella, Muro

de Alcoy, Navajas, Novelda, Oliva, Onil, Ontinyent, Orihuela, Orpesa del Mar, Peñíscola, Pilar de la Horadada, Requena,

Sagunt, Santa Pola, Sant Mateu, San Fulgencio, Segorbe, Sueca, Tavernes de la Valldigna, Teulada, Torreblanca, Torrevieja,

Utiel, Valencia, Vall del Pop, Vilafranca, Villena, Vinaròs, Xàtiva and Xeraco.

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L A N D O F

V A L E N C I A

Western Mediterranean, eastern coast of Spain.Between 40°47'N and 37°51'N (latitude) and 0°30'E and 1°33'W (longitude)

23,505 km2

466 km

4,369,588 (2001)

Valencia, Alicante, Castellón and Elx

Costa Blanca, Benidorm, Castellón Costa Azahar and València Terra i Mar

541

Moderate Mediterranean. Average daytime temperaturesbetween 12-20°C in winter and 24-32°C in summer.

2,730

Under 200 m 26.2%

From 201 to 600 m 38.8%

From 601 to 1000 m 32.3%

From 1000 to 2000 m 6.7%

Land:

A-7 Mediterranean Motorway

Dual carriageways A-III (Valencia-Madrid),N-330 (Alicante-Madrid) and “Autovía Central”

Major trunk roads and secondary roads

Regional railways (FGV) and Spanish Railways (Renfe)

International airports: 2

Valencia (Manises) / Alicante (El Altet)

Maritime passenger ports: 3

Valencia / Alicante / Dénia

724 establishments with 94,751 beds

132 campsites with a capacity of 67,579

3 National Paradors

5 spas, 11 centres for hydrotherapy, thalassotherapy, beauty and relax

443 rural tourist accommodations and 405 rural homes,

35 youth hostels and 3 farm campsites

9,347 restaurants

22 golf courses

53 nautical and recreational facilities

Location

Area

Coastline

Population

Townspopulation over 100,000

Major tourist zones

No. of municipalities

Climate

No. of sun-hours per year

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Borriol

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Sella

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Archena


Abarán

Ricote

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Nationalroad

Regionalroad

Local road

Railway

Dual carriagewayunder construction

Junction

Rivers and dams

Town with pop.over 100,000

from 20,000to 99,999

from 10,000to 19,999

less than 10,000

Golf course

Nature reserve

Marina /Yacht club

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