Sunday, 22 April 2012

View of Xativa Seo(Minster)
It is the centre of the La Costera region of Valencia with countless small satellite villages dotted all around. It has always been the crossroads for a number of important roads and two railway lines  which means the town has maintained a position of importance in times  gone by and even now. It nestles under an  impressive hilltop castle which boasts some of the best views in the province of Valencia; across a wide valley of orange groves surrounded by mountains. On a  clear day you can see the sea!
Xativa: narrow medieval streets

Fuente de los 25 chorros.(Fountain of 25 spouts)


13th Century Hospital






Xativa castle

Paella


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5 comments:

  1. Full Moon27 April 2012 at 16:21

    I'd just like to point out that I believe that one of Hannibal's sons was born in Xativa while he was Glamping and that Scipio also camped there. Scipio was basically Hannibal's Roman archenemy.

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  2. Patrick Waller27 April 2012 at 23:01

    Nice piece of info, Full Moon.When are we going to skype?

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  3. Mr Grumpy28 April 2012 at 17:46

    Interesting Stuff. I really should make the effort to visit some time - especially as I only live 30 mins down the road !

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  4. Patrick Waller28 April 2012 at 21:36

    Thanks for the comment Mr Grumpy! Worth the effort....especially he castle.A beer overlooking the town is a great way to spend an hour or two.

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  5. robin29 April 2012 at 15:44

    Never heard of it. Have now. Must go!

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