1. Malasaña (Madrid)

If you are looking for an alternative and cultural atmosphere, Malasaña is the perfect place. This Madrid neighborhood is the epicenter of creativity, with vintage cafes, art galleries and a vibrant nightlife. It is ideal for young people and lovers of urban culture.

2. Gràcia (Barcelona)

Gràcia is a neighborhood with a soul of its own. Although it is part of Barcelona, it maintains a village atmosphere with its charming squares and pedestrian streets. It is a bohemian and artistic neighborhood, with a great gastronomic and cultural offer.

3. Santa Cruz (Seville)

Andalusian charm is breathed in every corner of Santa Cruz. Its narrow cobblestone streets, flower-filled patios and historic monuments, such as the Giralda and the Alcazar, make it a magical place for visitors.

4. El Carmen (Valencia)

Located in the old town of Valencia, El Carmen is a neighborhood full of history and modernity. With urban art murals, bars with a relaxed atmosphere and impressive architecture, it is one of the most attractive areas to live and visit in the city.

5. Gros (San Sebastian)

This neighborhood of San Sebastian is perfect for lovers of surfing and good food. With the Zurriola beach as protagonist, Gros combines a young atmosphere with spectacular pintxo restaurants and an interesting cultural offer.

6. Triana (Seville)

Triana is synonymous with flamenco and tradition. Located on the banks of the Guadalquivir River, this Sevillian neighborhood offers a mix of history, quality tapas and an authentic atmosphere that anyone who visits it will fall in love with.

7. Ensanche (Bilbao)

Modern and elegant, Bilbao’s Ensanche is one of the best areas to live in the Basque Country. With large avenues, impressive architecture and a wide commercial offer, it represents the most cosmopolitan Bilbao.

8. La Latina (Madrid)

Famous for its tapas bars and lively atmosphere, La Latina is one of the most visited neighborhoods in Madrid. With streets full of history and a traditional atmosphere, it is an ideal destination for lovers of gastronomy and culture.

9. Albaicín (Granada)

This World Heritage Site is one of the most beautiful neighborhoods in Spain. Its narrow streets, whitewashed houses and viewpoints overlooking the Alhambra make it a must for travelers.

10. Ruzafa (Valencia)

Known as Valencia’s hipster neighborhood, Ruzafa has undergone a major transformation in recent years. Trendy cafes, art galleries and a multicultural atmosphere make it one of the most dynamic areas of the city.

Each of these neighborhoods has its own essence and charm. Which one is your favorite? Leave us your opinion in the comments!

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Remember that we have a group trip to the Fallas of Valencia 2024 scheduled for Saturday 16 and Sunday March 17, you can see all the information and book in our official link of Fallas of Valencia 2024from Madrid.

What are the Fallas of Valencia?

The fallas have their origin in the hand of a guild of carpenters of the city and its patron saint, San José. They had the custom of burning their junk and useless things on the eve of this festivity, that is to say, on March 19, a date that continues to this day. It was not until the 18th century that this tradition, along with the things that were burned, would adopt the name Fallas (from the Latin fac[u]la, diminutive of fax, ‘torch’).

In the following years, this event would acquire a more critical tone, which caused them to be persecuted in the second half of the 19th century, along with carnivals. Because of this, a whole movement of vindication of the traditions was born, which culminated in the fact that nowadays trophies are awarded to the best Fallas monuments.

Also, UNESCOawarded the Fallas the distinction of Intangible Heritage of Humanity, due to its great popularity and importance.

When are the Fallas celebrated?

This Valencian festival, unlike others in Spain, is celebrated on the same dates every year, always between March 14 and 19 to honor St. Joseph (although from the 01st of the month there are already mascletás). All this as a prelude to spring, mixing culture, history, festivities, gastronomy and music.

What are the Fallas of Valencia?

The noise, the colors and the giant figures are part of the scenario that make up the Fallas, but above all, this festival also seeks to be a satire, this with its large constructions formed by ninots that laugh at everything and everyone. As every year, all the ninots will be burned to continue the tradition of the carpenters’ guild, however, there are always some ninots that are saved from the fire and become part of the Fallas museum.

The central night of this festival is the Cremà de las Fallas, that moment in which all the figures burn and which takes place on the night of March 19. The night before is marked by the Nit del Foc, the spectacular fireworks display that marks the beginning of the end of the festivities.

Another of the rites that make up this great festival is the offering to the Fallas, when thousands of falleras and falleros go to the Plaza de la Virgen de Valencia with bouquets of carnations to dress the Virgen de los Desamparados. The great representative of the whole celebration is the Fallera Mayor, which has been elected since 1931. They are chosen by a jury and act as ambassadors of the festival during the fallas.

All in all, we believe that you don’t need any more to motivate you to witness with your own eyes the noise, the color and the fire of the Fallas of Valencia.

Remember that we have our group outing scheduled to the Fallas of Valencia 2024 and you can check and book it on our official link.

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