Valencia is world famous for its orange groves and paella, but the region has many more surprises in store for visitors to the area…….. endless beaches (each year Valencia is continually awarded the most blue flags in Europe!!), hidden coves, marshlands, rice paddies, salt flats, Mediterranean forests, deep ravines and gorges, and 12 protected nature reserves are just some of the natural splendours on offer. And with its marvellous all year round climate, sport and outdoor activities are all supported by first class facilities.

CAMP DE TURIA

          The “Camp del Turia” area is comprised of numerous small towns with an abundance of independent villas. The area is located in the centre of some of the most beautiful natural scenery in Spain, 25 km (15 min.) from Valencia City, 30 km (25 min.) from the beaches, and 25 Km (20 min.) from Valencia Airport.

          This area of Valencia is the ideal place to live out your dreams, situated as it is in a spectacular natural setting with a perfect climate and culture for a pleasurable life.

          The  climate   has  to be  one of  the   main attractions … with   over 320  sunny  days a  year on average. Can you imagine being able to sit out on your terrace in the middle of December? Or doing a spot of gardening daily, regardless of the season? Or eating al fresco mid-March? You could well find yourself doing all these things and more.

Centuries of rich culture, historical, artistic and architectural heritage awaits you!!!

          The age-old history of Valencia and the creative spirit of its inhabitants has made Valencia one of the most important and influential cultural cities in Spain. Founded by the Romans in the year 138BC Valencia has accumulated enormous wealth from all the cultures which have resided here over the centuries ( Muslims, Goths …) . Stroll through Valencia and feel the influences on the evolution of a city where prosperous historical tradition and recent and innovative architecture stand side by side. The historic centre with its religious temples, Gothic, Baroque and Modernist monuments, the varied and renowned museums, the architectural projects such as the City of Arts and Science, and the Conference Palace are but a few of the many attractions which Valencia has to offer its visitors.

Fiestas – a total of 600 are held in the region each year!!!

          So if its bright lights, roaring fires, gunpowder and theatrics you wish for, the streets of Valencia and of the surrounding towns are the place for everybody to enjoy these extravagant spectacles.

 All types of sports and outdoor activities are available!!!

          Sport and outdoor attractions are now one of Valencia’s main attractions.

          On the coast, swimming, water skiing, sailing, windsurfing, fishing, snorkelling…… are just some of the activities to be enjoyed.

          Valencia region has 22 golf courses to choose from. The courses have the finest services and facilities making the region one of the best locations in the world for golfing enthusiasts.

     And for the more adventurous, inland offers mountaineering, skiing, cycling, riding, rafting and more……

The America’s Cup is coming!!!

          Heavily influenced by the sea since its foundation, the city of Valencia’s maritime links are as strong now as they have ever been. Thanks to this close relationship with the sea, its expertise in staging important events and the unstinting efforts of central, regional and local government, Valencia has been selected ahead of 65 other cities around the world as the host of the 32nd America’s Cup, to be held in 2007 .