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Valencia epitomises the spirit of Spain… this is the land of sun and oranges, delicious seafood, and of course, very good wines!
Valencia is one of the biggest cities in Spain, and also the liveliest ... the tavernas, restaurants, cafes, bars and nightlife lie at the heart of this beautiful city ... and the spring festival of Las Fallas is one of the wildest parties in Spain.
Valencia and its surrounds form the autonomous Region of Valencia (Comunitat Valenciana). It is blessed with great weather and is one of the most fertile regions in Spain. The world renowned Valencia oranges thrive along the coastal strip. They lie alongside vineyards, verdant fields of vegetables, and orchards of cherries and almonds.
Valencia is also an important rice producing area. Introduced by the Moors in the 8th Century, rice in Spanish is arroz from the Arabic word ar ruzz. The marshlands bordering the Albufera, just south of Valencia, are the centre of rice production in Spain. Albufera rice is short grained, so it absorbs a lot of liquid when cooked. The three varieties, senia, bahia and bomba, are the basis for classic Valencia dishes.
Valencias restored Central Market (Mercado Central) is one of the most extensive food markets in Europe.
It is central to life in this historic trading port; chefs and locals alike shop daily for the amazing array of fresh produce on offer ... over 1,300 stalls offering everything from superb tomatoes, aubergine, artichokes, cherries, to all sorts of cheeses, succulent fish, freshly caught seafood and a remarkable selection of hams (jambon), chickens and sausage. The market is ancient; it was started in 138BC by the Romans. Even then the area was prized for its agricultural produce.
The market is surrounded by tavernas, cafes, restaurants and bars which offer a feast of Spanish cuisine: tapas, paella or freshly caught seafood. Enjoy the food with the local wine, or try Agua de Valencia ... a refreshing blend of orange juice and sparkling white wine.
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