Moving to Valencia

The province of Valencia is located between the provinces of Alicante and Castellón. This place has a rich history and attracts not only millions of tourists but also those who are moving to Spain.

General information, history and life in Valencia

Valencia is the eastern part of the country. The province occupies more than 10 thousand square kilometres and is divided into 14 districts. This is the largest and most developed region in the country and that is why it is a great place to move to.

The history of this region dates back to BCE. The archaeological finds in the southern lands of the province prove this fact. The rich history is also reflected in the culture, traditions and architecture of this region.

Officially, this province was found in 1812. And today, it is known as a modern and highly developed region which is easy to access from other Spanish and European cities.

Valencia is home to famous paella. It is believed that the first paella was cooked in the village next to the Albufera rice fields. Today, this place is a national park where you can see the process of growing rice, admire graceful herons and take a boat trip.

This wonderful province offers its residents and tourists a high standard of living, developed infrastructure and a great variety of entertainments. Therefore, a lot of people consider this region as one of the best options to move to.

Resorts and beaches

Valencia is a popular tourist destination which attracts holiday-makers with its perfect beaches but also stunning mountain views. Comparing with other popular Spanish destinations, Valencia offers a bit more peaceful and quiet atmosphere. You can relax on the local beaches enjoying maximum comfort and a wonderful atmosphere even during the high season. The most comfortable beaches are:

El Saler beach
Terranova beach
Mareny Blau beach
Playa de Gandía

All of them are awarded with the Blue Flag.

Those who prefer active holidays are offered climbing and hiking tracks, golf clubs, tennis courts, cycling paths and many other options. And what is especially popular here is football thanks to local football club Valencia CF.

Climate

Of course, another important thing to consider when moving to another country is its climate. From this point of view, Valencia is an excellent choice. Here you will be able to enjoy the lovely mild climate throughout the year. However, there can be some differences depending on location. For example, in winter it can be up to 16-19 degrees on the coast while in the heart of the province in the mountains there can be snow so that you can even enjoy skiing. In summer, the temperature is almost the same across the region and is 28-30 degrees while the sea gets warmed up to 26 degrees. The beach season lasts till the very winter thanks to the warm autumn. So, moving to Valencia you can be sure that you will enjoy hot summers and mild winters.

Sightseeing

Another thing to think over for those who decided to move to Spain is sightseeing. After all, a place to move should be chosen so that you will have plenty of things to do and explore there. The list of must-visit places in Valencia is really huge: here you will find stunning castles, magnificent towers and amazing examples of modern architecture.

The main attraction spots are the Old Town of Valencia and The City of Arts and Sciences. In the Old Town you can see the magnificent cathedral, ancient Arab walls, Medieval towers and visit the National Ceramics Museum. The City of Arts and Sciences, one of the 12 Treasures of Spain, is the project of Santiago Calatrava and Felix Candela where you can explore the scenes of their futuristic city.

What else you are offered in this region:

Albufera rice fields;
Xativa Castle;
The Sierra Calderona National Park.

And this is not the whole list of places worth visiting. There are plenty of ancient castles, archaeological finds, architectural and cultural monuments. You will definitely find something interesting when moving to Valencia.

Traditions and holidays

Moving to another country is not only about life standards, work and other facilities, but also the culture and traditions of the place you choose. And the best way to learn the culture and local traditions is through holidays. The most important and popular holidays in Valencia include:

The Fallas festival (Festival of Fire) which takes place in early March. Locals wear traditional costumes, launch fireworks, sign and dance.
Night of San Juan. Celebrated on the 23rd to the 24th of June, this is the most magical night with the massive celebration on the beach and myriads of bonfires along the coastline.
La Tomatina is a festival which takes place every year in the small town of Buñol in the end of August. It is a world-famous tomato battle where over 20,000 throusand people take part.
Rice Festival. It is held in Sueca, a city in 32 kilometres from Valencia, in September. At this festival you can try all possible kinds of paella in Valencia.

Why it is worth moving to Valencia

Valencia is all about a good climate, excellent beaches, atmosphere of serenity, rich culture and interesting traditions. That is why if you are looking for a place to move, make sure you consider this region. And our specialists will be glad to help you with the right choice. Get in touch with us at (+34) 609117117 and we will tell you how much it costs to live in Valencia and offer you the best options where to move. We will help you make your moving to Spain smooth and fast!