The Centro del Carmen welcomes “Portraits of the Belle Époque” an exhibition presenting outstanding painters such as Manet, Sorolla, Boldini and Whistler.
The exhibition is focused on the period between the Franco-Prussian and the First World War, known in Europe as Belle Epoque, characterized by a growth and significant economic turmoil policy that has produced great social changes. The portrait, with a significant commercial demand, illustrates the new individualism of a modern man and his interest by the image projected in their social environment.

This weekend BIOPARC Valencia wants to celebrate with you Father’s Day and the birthday of two friendly giraffes. On 19 March, it will be one year from the day of birth of the first baringo giraffe in BIPOPARC Valencia and on Sunday, Bulería, our newcomer giraffe will be two years old.
For further information about Bioparc visit their official site on www.bioparcvalencia.es

Las Fallas is one of the world’s largest, and loudest festivals. Valencia has been preparing through twelve months to honour St Joseph in this street festival that culminates in giant sculptures being burned on 19 March, which is also Father’s Day. Only the winning Falla is allowed to extract an item from its structure to display in the Fallas museum.
The term “Fallas” refers to both the celebration and the cardboard and wooden sculptures, which are on every street corner.  Each neighbourhood of Valencia creates its own giant sculture depicting from …

Next 12 March, MTV WINTER 2011 will revolutionize Valencia in its fourth edition held in the outstanding City of Arts and Sciences. My Chemical Romance, Sum 41, Orbital Dj Set and Groove Armada Dj Set, are the four confirmed in an evening that will not stop dancing. And all for free!

Fallas 2011 is already in the streets of Valencia. Officially they take place from 15 to 19 March though from 1 March, Valencia atmosphere is crowded with tourists, powder, music and a colour.
Mascletaes deserve a mention, imagine 150 kilos of powder which in five minutes are consumed in a tremendous noise, smell and colour, an authentic rhythmical show worth seeing and hearing… they do shake the city everyday from 1 to 19 March at 2.00 pm sharp at the Plaza del Ayuntamiento.

¿Is one of your 2011 resolutions learning Spanish in Spain? If this is your case, Valencia has to offer you an international study experience in a highly cultural and mediterranean atmosphere.
Take a look at our new section where you’ll find a list of recommended language schools in Valencia to enjoy your next Spanish learning experiencie!

The Valencia Institute of Modern Art (IVAM) is exhibiting Compass in Hand until 16 January, an extensive selection from The Judith Rothschild Foundation Contemporary Drawings Collection, an extraordinary treasure acquired by The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in May 2005.

If you’re coming to Valencia, are fond of sports and understand written Spanish, don’t miss this Blog network of the Region of Valencia. You’ll find quality information written by experts related to sports that can be practiced both at sea and ground.
Currently the platform has six blogs devoted to the latest news and tips on diving, hiking, mountain biking, windsurfing, kitesurf and surf.

Great news for Valencianos, Madrileños and tourists… from 19 December Valencia and Madrid will be just on hour and half away through the high-speed train AVE.
Tickets are already available on www.renfe.es
Photo: creativecommons.org

With New York at the top list, Valencia has been picked for the Lonely Planet’s top 10 cities list for next year. Among the top places and things to do, they stand out the biggest street Festival Las Fallas, La Albufera Lake, Benicassim international Musical Festival, the futuristic City of Arts and Science and the medieval town Morella.
The fusion of the old and new, stunning arquitecture, delicious local cuisine, mediterranean beaches and the unique night atmosphere have been the reasons for millions of tourists during the last years.  

The Agora in Valencia’s City of Arts and Sciences has, once again this year, been chosen to host the most intense and exciting tennis tournament held in the Region of Valencia: the second Valencia Tennis Open. From 30th October to 7th November, the best rackets in the world will be hitting hard in a bid to claim victory.
This competition is shoring up its reputation as one of the most attractive Open 500 tournaments on the international scene for several reasons, including its exceptional venue, the Agora, and the number of …

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Valencia BIOPARC expands its family. It incorporates two females and one male to the couple currently living in the park.
These new members belong to the subspecies of Angola (Panthera leo bleyenberghi). The mighty roar of this lion can be heard more than 8 km away on the African savanna announcing their presence. Males also use it to bring together members of the herd or to communicate with other neighboring herds.