Valencia
Hiking the Ruta de Aguas in Buñol
To get to the Ruta de Aguas trailhead, we had to cross through the old town, including the medieval castle.
Scenes from Post-Lockdown Valencia, 2021
The pictures in this post were taken from the days of the pandemic — well after the strict lockdown had lifted, but before life in Valencia had fully returned to normal.
Picanya, January 2025 – The Dana’s Aftermath
We hope these photographs, all taken in Picanya in late January, 2025, three months after the flooding, help illuminate the scope of the problem.
Valencia Under Construction in 2021
Construction dominated Valencia in the summer of 2021, making it a fascinating time to explore the city as numerous projects uncovered layers of its rich history.
Climbing the Peñón de Ifach in Calpe
The Peñón de Ifach boasts a rich biodiversity, and we loved spotting different types of plants and birds.
The Albufera Lake, Before The 2024 Valencia Floods
The Albufera, which has long been one of our favorite areas in Valencia, was completely heavily affected by the flooding.
What’s the Best Time to Visit Valencia’s Mercado Central?
Valencia is becoming more popular every year, and one of the places you really notice the increase in tourism is at the Mercado Central.
The Bombas Gens Center of Digital Arts
The Bombas Gens building is by itself worth a visit. A former hydraulic pump factory, this is a prime example of early 20th-century industrial architecture.
Don’t Come Digging in Valencia
Founded in 138 BC by the Romans as the colony of Valentia Edetanorum, Valencia has been continuously inhabited for over two millennia.
The 207 Steps of The Micalet Bell Tower
Is it a worth the time and effort to climb the 207 steps of the Micalet tower while visiting Valencia?
