6 Cool and Unusual Things to Do in Valencia - Atlas Obscura

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Valencia, Spain

Cat House

This house's itty bitty size means no humans allowed.

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Parque Gulliver

This massive concrete Gulliver turns every visitor into a Lilliputian.

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Valencia, Spain

Holy Chalice of Valencia

Of the many chalices in the running for the Holy Grail, this one in Valencia Cathedral sure looks the part.

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Valencia, Spain

El Carme Street Art

Vibrant street art created with mixed media.

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La Mascletá

A daily pyrotechnic celebration marks a beloved tradition during Valencia's festival season.

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Espai Verd

This architectural oddity is an oasis of green on the outskirts of Valencia.

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Patio de Los Silos

The odd cement nubs littering this Spanish square are actually the entrances to a series of buried silos.

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Food & Drink
in Valencia

Espardenyes

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Espardenyes

Catalan chefs transform the slimy, bottom-feeding sea cucumber into subtle, succulent meat.

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Giant Paella

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Giant Paella

Outdoor festivals in Valencia call for traditional fare made in gargantuan pans.

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Mocadorá

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Ritual & Medicinal

Mocadorá

Every autumn, Valencians celebrate their love by giving handkerchiefs filled with decorated marzipan treats.

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