Valencia is like Vienna, a different architectural marvel on every corner. Again, I am struck by what it would be like to live in the middle of all of it.
I know we are here at a low tourist time. There are tourists here now, but I imagine in the middle of summer, this place is teeming with tourists.
It has a beautiful waterfront on the Mediterranean. There is a promenade with hotels, bars and restaurants.
The old town area is filled with beautiful old building with churches, a cathedral and palace. Then there are the rows our regular buildings that are also stunning. There are large markets. Lots of shopping.
A beautiful large park sitting in an old riverbed sits in the middle of the city. Then there is the city of arts and sciences, another architectural marvel. it has art, gardens, science, aquarium, concerts and events.
This city is made for tourists but people live here too. They live in the neighborhoods. We see them on the bus, walking the streets of our neighborhood. Going about their daily lives.
Some neighborhoods have beautiful apartments with stylish wrought iron balconies. Some are more ordinary. Some are run down. Just like any other city. They are going about their lives in the middle of a city that attracts thousands of tourists. Fortunately there are periods of respite like right now.
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October 04, 2022 at 05:49PM
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