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| Valence (València / Valencia) | |
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| Information | |
| Country |  Spain |
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| Area | 134,65 km² |
| Population | 800 215 hab. () |
| Density | 5 942,93 inhab./km² |
| Postal code | 46000 |
| Spindle | UTC 01:00 |
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Understand
Valencia (Valencia in Spanish, València in Valencian) is the capital of the Valencian community and of the province of Valencia. Counting more than 800,000 inhabitants and more 1,800,000 inhabitants in the agglomeration, it is the third largest city in Spain.
To go
By plane
- 1 Valencia Airport (IATA : VLC, Valencia Airport) Manises (around 9 km west of downtown)
It can be accessed:
- By bus: a bus connects the airport directly to the city center every 20 min of 6 h - 22 h (2,5 €).
- By metro: the airport has a metro station, terminus of lines 3 and 5. It costs 1,7 € for a one-way ticket (sencillo zona AB) between the airport and the city center.
- By taxi: it takes approximately 15 €.
On a boat
Ferries mainly from and to the Balearic Islands (Ibiza and Palma de Mallorca) serve Valencia.
By train
Valencia train station (Estación del Norte, calle Xátiva 24) by numerous buses and subways (lines 3 and 5, Xátiva stop). There are trains to and from all over Spain (Alaris from Madrid, Euromed or ARCO from Barcelona, etc.).
By car
Two highways provide access to Valence.
- The A7 (E15) sometimes called AP7 when paying, which serves the Mediterranean coast of Spain from the Franco-Spanish border to Gibraltar.
- The A3 (E901) which connects Valencia to Madrid.
Circulate
For train and bus transport, it is possible to purchase formulas bonos in kiosks and tobacco shops. The Bonobus (which in June 2009 cost 6 €) and Bonometro (6,55 € for one zone in July 2011, and is also available at ticket machines) allow 10 trips. If you want to use two lines to reach your destination, you must use a B-T (7 € in July 2008).
Walk
Valencia is a big city but it retains human dimensions. One can very well visit the center of Valencia only on foot.
By metro and tram
The network of Metrovalencia has five lines (one of which is a tram to the beach) and connects the suburbs with the city. From 2011, the one-way fare for a zone is 1,4 €. The ticket itself costs an additional 1 € and contains a rechargeable chip. This metro system is not extensive, but it allows you to reach the most important places in the city. Make sure to keep your ticket because you must also validate at the exit. If you want to take the tram, you have to buy a ticket at the machine and then validate it before getting on.
If you use the metro a lot, you should consider taking a Bonometro (see above), or one, two or three day passes, which can be very economical. For a little more 22 €, you can take the metro and tram for 72 h as many as you want; as a bonus, if you buy a ticket at, for example, 16 h on Monday it will not expire on Wednesday evening, but at 16 h Thursday.
By bus
By car
Traffic in Valencia is not the least dangerous. It is quite dense, especially at rush hour, and the anarchic nature of the traffic could compare it to those of the cities of Paris or Barcelona.
The structure of the network is indeed different with the almost systematic use of "rondas" at major crossroads: huge roundabouts that can have ten lanes and are equipped with traffic lights. The width of these roundabouts and their multiple traffic lights make them very dangerous junctions. In addition, do not be surprised, on the motorway, to end up with a sudden traffic light: in Spain, crossings directly on the motorway are frequent and very poorly announced, so you have to pay attention to the signs when approaching. the agglomeration.
Pedestrian lights suddenly turn red and give cars a green light within seconds. In general, motorists start as soon as there is the red man. You must therefore be very careful when crossing an avenue.
You should not be shocked to see double lines in all the streets, sometimes triple lines on the main avenues. The custom is to leave his "warning" as well as his handbrake released. That way if you block someone, they'll just have to push your car (and possibly a whole row of cars) to get out of the way. This original concept is widely used.
In general, we must remain very vigilant because the Spaniards often have no notion of safety distance, speed and sneak around; as a French driver you quickly find yourself impressed and panicked. Scooters and motorcycles are extremely plentiful and you have to learn to share the road with them.
The best solution is to provide a safe place to park your vehicle and to travel by metro, tram and bus. With a reasonable price, they allow you to travel faster and more safely.
See
- 1 City of Arts and Sciences (Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències) Avinguda del Professor López Piñero (Historiador de la Medicina),
34 961 974400 
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Located in the old bed of the Turia river, now transformed into a park and the work of the Valencian architect Santiago Calatrava, there is a science museum (Museu de les Ciències Príncipe Felipe), an aquarium (Oceanographic), an IMAX cinema - planetarium (Hemisfèric) as well as one of the largest opera houses in the world (Palau de les Arts Reina Sofía), all surrounded by magnificent botanical gardens. - Barrio del Carmen (Barri del Carme) sometimes called also more simply El Carmen is a colorful district located in the historic center of the city. Its narrow and intertwined streets, so deserted during the day, become one of the liveliest and most trendy places in Valencia after dark. You will then find a large number of cafes, bars and nightclubs with types of music as varied as the people who frequent this area. The plaza del Tossal is considered by many to be the center of this neighborhood and the starting point for the evening to come.
- Mercado Central (Mercat Central) located in a modernist building from the beginning of the 20th century, under renovation, is Valencia's main food market. Open Monday to Saturday from 7 h 30 - 14 h 30, you will find fresh fish, meats, fruits, vegetables, cheeses and other Spanish pastries.
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Located in the old bed of the Turia river, now transformed into a park and the work of the Valencian architect Santiago Calatrava, there is a science museum (Museu de les Ciències Príncipe Felipe), an aquarium (Oceanographic), an IMAX cinema - planetarium (Hemisfèric) as well as one of the largest opera houses in the world (Palau de les Arts Reina Sofía), all surrounded by magnificent botanical gardens.Make
For active people and nature lovers, the Valencian countryside has a lot to offer. Discover the vineyards of the Requena / Utiel region, dive into the crystal clear waters and thermal springs of Montanejos. Walk in the Calderona mountains, discover the enchanting villages of Jerica and Chulilla. You don't have any means of transport? No problem. There are specialized and very competent groups which will make you make the most beautiful discoveries of the region. www.do-valencia.com is one of these. They offer off the beaten track tours for active people.
Learn
There are several language schools in Valencia which offer intensive Spanish courses, cultural activities and accommodation with host families. (eg. Babylon Idiomas Valencia).
To work
Buy
Eat
Cheap
Average price
Luxury
Have a drink / Go out
Nightclubs
- Mya - L'Umbracle : The Mya is the favorite place of the locals. Right next to the famous City of Arts and Sciences, which becomes magical after dark, located below L'umbracle, the Mya is open all year round for young Valencians, Erasmus students and international young people. With a capacity of more than 2,500 people, Mya is described by locals as the stylish club to go to, with 3 venues featuring different styles of music from EDM to Pachanga to Hip-Hop. Many celebrities come to Mya, since the club often hosts Valencian events such as sporting ceremonies or fashion shows. The Mya has 3 rooms, the main one with EDM music, the lobby with Latin and Commercial vibes and the Beats Room which offers Hip-Hop and Reggaeton.
- La3 : Calle Padre Porta 2, Valencia, Spain. Since its opening 7 years ago, La3 has always been considered the benchmark club for electronic music in Valencia. Still made up of a young and cosmopolitan population, this is the place to be for those who want to escape the commercial festivals and try something different. The variety of great artists and events you will find there are hard to match; and if you add a top sound system: your evening is all found. cd The 3 rooms of La3 (MainRoom, OvenClub and Sala2) - that's where the name comes from - have witnessed the passages of many national and international artists as well as house and techno artists including more than one club would have become jealous: Ellen Allien, Carl Craig, Brodinski, Yuksek, Green Velvet, Vitalic, Simian Mobile Disco, TEED, Tama Sumo or The Magician to name a few. Be ready to dance like never before and go home feeling no more ankles.
- The first : Eduardo Bosca, 27, Valencia, Spain. The Premier is one of the most active and frequented clubs in Valencia. You can listen to EDM, pachanga, hits and electronic music right near the city center. At Le Premier, you will be able to meet a lot of Spanish locals and other people from all over the world. Equipped with a PA system, which offers an incredible sound system and superb lighting effects, Le Premier is the perfect spot for the typical Valencian night.
- Rumbo 144 : Avenida Blasco Ibañez, 144, Valencia, Spain. The club that every student (Spanish, Erasmus or international) loves. Located in the university area of Blasco Ibanez, Rumbo offers the best Hip-Hop & RnB in town. You can enjoy the coolest nights in the city, in a relaxed atmosphere and to the sound of traditional music and shows.
Housing
Cheap
- Purple Nest Hostel – We can say that there is a special atmosphere in these inns. The very seventies decor is particularly successful (purple walls adorned with huge red arrows, colored lighting ...). These two hostels are central and therefore ideal for those who wish to explore the city on foot and go partying in the same way.
- Valence Red Nest Hostel (Hostels Valencia Spain) Calle de la Paz 36 Valencia Spain, 34 963 427 168, fax : 34 963 427 128, email: [email protected] 15 €. – A youth hostel in Valencia within the reach of all wallets, including all services, in a modernist building in the heart of Valencia and a fantastic decoration.
- Valencia Purple Nest Hostel (Hostels Valencia Spain) Plaza Tetuan 5 Valencia Spain, 34 963 532 561, fax : 34 963 427 128, email: [email protected] 15 €. – Youth hostel in the center of Valencia including all services at a very affordable price.
Average price
- Apartamento Pintor Maella Calle Pintor Maella nº3, 34 625 020 909, email: [email protected] – Beautiful apartment with an excellent geographical location: in less than 5 min. From the Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias, the shopping centers. Close to the marina, the Malvarrosa beach and the Formula 1 urban track. Next to the bus stop and very close to the Ayora metro station. Spoken English. Recommended.
