Posts Tagged ‘The Mediterranean’

The Mediterranean in Region of Valencia

Tuesday, September 9th, 2008

The Region of Valencia has lots of scenic variety across its 23,255-km2 area. Just a few kilometres from the Mediterranean coast are the districts of the interior - little - known areas for many that offer an extensive cultural lineup and attractive landscape. Can be divided into two parts: inland and coast. Mountains and rock formations integrated into the Iberian mountain range and the Subbetica range dominate the landscape inland. (more…)

Between water and orange groves - Almenara

Thursday, August 21st, 2008

Peaceful sands, rocky coves and sweeping, boulder-strewn beaches make for the harmonious combination of stone and sea in the south of the Province of Castellon between Almenara and Burriana. Here the asphalt comes to an end, giving way to the lingering dark green of the orange groves that softly sway in the evening breeze, to the life of wetlands and water sources, to the chalky rocks that change their hue with the passing of the hours and to an oasis of palm trees scattered on the very seashore. Nearby the spectacular modernist architecture of Burriana, the mediaeval walled town of Mascarell near Nules and the beaches and wetlands of Almenara Xilxes and Moncofa — the remnants of an ancient marshland which survive thanks to their streams of crystal-clear waters — wili make a deep impression on any visitor. (more…)

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