Book a ferry ticket to Valencia, the capital of the Land of Valencia, which is the third largest city in Spain and an industrial area on the Costa del Azahar in Spain, also famous for the beauty of its long beaches. The estimated population of the city of Valencia proper was 796,549 as of 2005 estimates. The population of the metropolitan area (urban area plus satellite towns) was 1,623,724 as of 2005 estimates.
The original Latin name of the city was Valentia (/wa'lentia/), meaning "Strength", "Vigour". During the Moorish period, it was known as Balansiya in Arabic. By regular sound changes this has become Valencia (/va'lenθja/) in Spanish and València in Valencian Catalan. The latter name is pronounced /bə'łεnsjə/ in Central Catalan.
One of the main attractions for tourists is the ancient winding streets of the Barrio del Carmen, contain buildings dating to Roman and Arabic times. Also, the Cathedral built between the 13th and 15th century, is primarily of Gothic style but contains elements of Baroque and Romanesque architecture. Beside the Cathedral is the Gothic Basilica of the Virgin (Basílica De La Virgen De Los Desamparados). The 15th century Serrano and Quart towers are part of what was once the wall surrounding the city.
UNESCO has recognised the Late Gothic silk exchange (La Lonja de la Seda) as a World Heritage Site. The modernist Mercado Central (Central Market) is one of the largest in Europe. The main railway station Estación Del Norte is built in art deco style.
World-renowned architect Santiago Calatrava produced the futuristic City of Arts and Sciences, which contains a science museum, IMAX cinema and oceanographic park. Calatrava is also responsible for the bridge named after him in the center of the city. The Music Palace (Palau De La Música) is another good example of modern architecture in Valencia.
Trasmediterranea: Ibiza, Mahon, Palma Mallorca
Balearia: Ibiza, Palma de Malorca, Ibiza
Iscomar: Palma de Malorca
Other ferries: Eivissa, Salermo
