Valencia, Spain — City Information
City Facts
- Location
- East coast of Spain.
- Time Zone
- GMT + 1 (GMT + 2 from last Sunday in March until last Sunday in October).
- Electricity
- 220V AC, 50 Hz; round two-pin plugs are standard.
Cost of Living
| 1.00 GBP = 1.13 EUR |
| 1.00 USD = 0.7 EUR |
| Currency conversion rates as of 19 July 2011 |
Special Events
Fallas
March
One of Spain's most spectacular firework celebrations, culminating in giant figures, expertly created from wood and papier-maché, meeting a fiery end.
Various locations throughout Valencia, including in front of the Town Hall
Website: www.fallasfromvalencia.com
MorosyCristianos (Moors and Christians)
April
The most spectacular processions and ‘battles' take place in Alcoi, 11km (7 miles) south of Valencia, but the city also stages its own noisy celebrations.
Alcoi and Valencia
Fiesta de San Juan
June
Bonfires and fireworks celebrate the solstice.
Various locations in Valencia and by the beach
Feria de Julio
July
The highlights are the ‘battle of the flowers' (last Sunday), the International Musical Band Competition (first fortnight), Feria de San Jaime bullfights (second and third weeks) and the performing arts from classical ballet, to rock bands to zarzuela (Spanish light opera).
Various venues in Valencia
La Tomatina
Last Wednesday in August
Giant tomato fight.
Village of Buñol, 40km (24 miles) west of Valencia
