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Article: 48 HOURS IN Valencia
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- The Independent (London, England)
- Article date:
- November 1, 2008
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Start within the atmospheric old town, take in some cutting-edge
architecture, stop for a paella and then simply sit back and savour
this Mediterranean marvel. By Jacqueline Luke
WHY GO NOW?
To escape the northern November gloom in pursuit of culture,
cuisine and the prospect of sunny skies. Even though prosperous
Valencia is Spain's third-largest city, it remains accessible and
engaging - particularly in the atmospheric old town. It also
provides an excellent base to explore the region that bears its
name.
TOUCHDOWN
Valencia's Manises airport, 8km west of the city centre, is
served by Iberia (0870 60 90 500; iberia.com) from Heathrow, Ryanair
(0871 246 0000;ryanair.com) from Stansted and ...