Wood and paper maché structures (hogueras) are erected around the city center and suburbs, and next to each one an open-air cafe is put up, with tables and a stage where bands play. These open air cafes are called barracas, and the local people belonging to one barraca or another contribute money all year round […]
For many years, Valencia Spain has been struggling to be recognized as the third most important city after Madrid, its capital and Barcelona. It has long been notorious for its Valencia Fallas Festival but now, after having been chosen for the Americas Cup host city and having opened its latest building in the impressive ‘City […]
Spain’s position as one of the favourite destinations in the international business events market is stronger than ever. The quality and variety of its conference facilities place the Mediterranean country at the forefront of the sector. The recent inauguration of new conference centres proves this positive evolution and Spain’s competitive position in the field of […]
The city of Valencia hosts the World Indoor Athletics Championships 2008.
This competition is held every two years and is one of the most important dates on the international athletics calendar. More than 600 athletes from 130 countries are expected to arrive in Valencia to take part in this major sporting event, where spectacle, excitement and […]