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Valencia Travel Guide

Valencia is a charming old city and the capital of the Old Kingdom of Valencia province of Spain that is well worth a visit.Despite being on the sea, residents say that "Valencia has always lived with its back to the sea", meaning that the spirit of the city is not integrated with its beach.

About Valencia

Valencia covers an area of 134.65 square Km and is estimated to have a population of 1.7 million people being the third largest city in Spain and the capital of Valencia province. It is a major touristic destination attracting millions of visitors every year.

Museo de Bellas Artes San Pío V

240x240_2fa5b1303759aa5f99d99e88a595a86a.jpgThe recently restorated and expanded San Pío V Museum houses a collection of important paintings and sculptures. Located next to the Royal Gardens, the museum’s principal source of prestige stems from its collection of 15th-century paintings from Valencia’s Golden Age. The museum also has valuable paintings from the Valencian School by artists such as Joanes, the Ribaltas, Espinosa, Vicente López, Sorolla, Pinazo and others. Likewise, the collection includes works by Pinturicchio, Andrea del Sarto, Van Dyck, Murillo, Velázquez (a famous self-portrait), el Greco and Goya. It also boasts an interesting selection of contemporary art, sculpture, a collection of prints and another of archaeology. The museum also has a library, archive and a small shop. Admission: free

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