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Two Weeks of Spanish Magic: The Recommended Itinerary

Click here to get to know 15 of Barcelona's best and recommended sites Tarragona - stopover If you’re interested in seeing Roman ruins during your trip to Spain, you can see some on your way from Barcelona to Valencia, stopping at Tarragona.

9 Different Types of Oranges You Never Knew About

Valencia Orange Valencia oranges, named after the Spanish city of Valencia, are the most popular orange variety used to make orange juice. They're oval-shaped and golden in color, with a balanced sweet-to-tart flavor.

The Ethereal Architecture of Santiago Calatrava: 16 Photos

Santiago Calatrava was born on July 28, 1951, on the outskirts of Valencia, Spain. Calatrava is an architect and artist first, as his studies began in the Higher School of Architecture at the Polytechnic University of Valencia, which he had completed in 1974.

Forget the Aisle, I Want a Window Seat!

Valencia, Spain Source 21. Mt. Kilimanjaro, Tanzania Source 22. Somewhere High Above Vietnam Source 23. Kaieteur Falls, Guyana Source 24. The Coast of Norway Source 25. Mt. Taranaki, New Zealand Source H/T: distractify.com Forget the Aisle, I'm Sitting by the Window!

These Fountains are Some of the Most Stunning in the World

Water Boat Fountain, Valencia, Spain This curious fountain can be found at Malvarrosa beach in the Spanish city of Valencia. It gives the illusion of a sailboat underway thanks to jets of water that spurt out of its "mast". Similar water boat fountains are known to exist in Portugal and Israel.

These 18 Buildings Show Just How Artistic Some Architects Are

"City of Arts and Sciences" in Valencia, Spain 5. "Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple" in Tamil Nadu, India 6. Chain Structure in Singapore 7. Institute for Medical and Health Research building in South Australia 8. The "iceberg" in Aarhus, Denmark 9. "Intel Hotel" in Zaandam, the Netherlands 10.

Have You Been to these Award-Winning Destinations?

Bioparc Valencia, Valencia, Spain The Bioparc is no normal zoo. For one thing, you won’t find any railings or chain-link fences here; instead, the visitors are separated from the animals using more natural means, such as bodies of water, rocks, and hedges.

22 Stunning Places That Will Leave Your Jaw Hanging

Daniel Chong, National Geographic Monte Fitz Roy, Argentina Photograph by Helminadia Ranford, National Geographic Bridges Of Paris Photo by Anthony Gelot The City of Arts and Sciences (Spanish: Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias) - an entertainment-based cultural and architectural complex in the city of Valencia

INTERACTIVE: These Buildings Become Gorgeous at Night...

City of Arts and Sciences, Spain Source | Source Another example of a giant entertainment center, this time in the city of Valencia, Spain. In this 'city', you'll find a huge cinema, an interactive science museum and the largest aquarium in Europe.

These Past Architectural Designs Were Ahead of Their Time

Oliva Service Station, Valencia, Spain. Architect: Juan Haro Piñar 16. Arango House, Acapulko, Mexico. Architect: John Lautner 17. Tsujiki District, Tokyo. Architect: Kenzo Tange 18. Aquila Service Station, Sesto San Giovanni, Italy. Architect: Aldo Favini 19. 

21st Century Architecture is Really Stunning to Behold...

City of Arts and Sciences, Valencia, Spain Image Source This is actually a compound of buildings, all designed in an ultra-modern style. L'Hemisfèric can be seen in the foreground, while El Palau de les Arts Reina Sofía is in the background.

Best Futuristic Buildings Worldwide Everyone Should Know

The City of Arts and Sciences Location: Valencia, Spain Designed by: Santiago Calatrava and Félix Candela This seemingly-sunken building may look unproportionate and weird, but it is considered an architectural masterpiece and one of the main attractions in Valencia, Spain.

These Fantastic Cars Will Leave You Speechless

GTA Spano Image Source This Spanish supercar is built in Valencia, and is powered by a supercharged 8.3-liter Dodge V10 that produces 780hp. The Spano project was kept secret from the public for a number of years, before finally being unveiled in 2008.

Unique Valentine’s Day Traditions From Around the Globe

Spain Image Source: Dennis Yang/ Wikimedia Commons In Valencia, Spain, the Day of Love isn't celebrated on the 14th of February. Instead, it falls on October, 9 - the day of Saint Dionysus.

10 of the World's Best Sports And Extreme Destinations

While artificial rock climbing is available almost everywhere, to experience the real excitement of this extreme sport you should head to the coast of Costa Blanca, Spain, near the city of Valencia.

Mexico is Glorious: These 10 Wonderful Photos Prove it!

You can even view what's left of the La Valencia mine, one of the world's richest silver mines. The church of San Cayetano, which was built by the mine's owner to give thanks to god for the wealth he accumulated, stands at its entrance. 5.

The MOST Fascinating Facts About Colors I’ve Ever Heard!

The taste of foods can be influenced by the color of the tableware they're served in Yes, it's true, the color of your coffee mug can affect how tasty the beverage within it is, at least that's what researchers at the Polytechnic University of Valencia and Oxford University have found.