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Monuments in Valencia |
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Valencia also known as the City of Light has an abundance of historical landmarks and monuments ranging from spectacular palaces to ancient monuments that still stands todate.It is overflowing with many ancient Roman remains which include important excavated treasure. Great historic events influenced the city and the buildings replicate the varying styles. Some of the popular monuments are the city hall, Ayuntamiento, a magnificent building dating from the 18th century, the Portal de Valldigna a historic wall built around Valencia, the Lonja which is a World Heritage site and the Cathedral with its tower, the Migualete. The most outstanding relics are in the districts of Seu and Xerea, where the Roman influence lie hidden beneath Arab ruins and modern churches and palaces. Today Valencia is one of the most importance cities in Spain both economically and culturally.
Marques de Campo home
This building was designed by Jose Camana Laymon and is connected internally to the Casa de la Beneficencia in which Valencia’s Museum of Archeology is housed displaying the history and development of this region. It is located at Corona 36 in the city of Valencia. The three main sections of the building are in Gothic style with the columns being only for adornment and not meant for any purpose.This is a fine example of architecture during this time and is indeed a tribute to Gothic style. The building is presently being reconstructed.
Ateneo Mercantil (Trade Centre)
The Ateneo Mercantil was commissioned to be built by Cayetano Borso di Carminati and Emilio Artal in 1935. It was completed in 1941.It consists of nine floors and a basement.The building has a novel design with a superimposed double facade that covers three floors, a large gallery area consisting of two sections that include beautiful arches and balconies.The outstanding factor is the number of symmetrical arches and arcades over a balustrade of pinnacles in the interior.This building is Valencia’s socio-cultural activities centre.
City Hall
Locally known as Ayuntamiento, the city hall looks like a palace with both its exterior and interior being very grand.Quite a few changes have been effected to its appearance through out the ages. The present building was designed by Carlos Carbonelland Francisco Mora in 1915.It is situated in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento which is the largest square in the city.The building dates back to the 18th century, and consists ofa museum, a marble staircase and a grand ballroom hosting popular events. In front of the City hall is where the mascleta fireworks displays are held during the Fallas festival. Admission is free of charge and the City hall is open from Monday to Friday from 10.00 a.m.to 1.30 p.m.
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