Plaza de la Virgen (Virgin Square), Valencia

Plaza de la Virgen (Virgin Square), Valencia (must see)

Virgin Square is located in the heart of Valencia. The square offers a beautiful fountain, numerous monuments and plenty of history. You can sit by the fountain, occupy a stone bench or have a drink at one of the many cafes near the square.

The square's most famous monument is the fountain that is dedicated to the Turia River. It portrays eight female figures pouring water from the pitchers they hold. Neptune sits atop the fountain. It was designed by Manuel Silvestre Montesinos in 1976.

The square remains busy with pedestrian traffic throughout the day, but it is quiet and calm due to the lack of automobiles. It is also near many of the city's highlights, like the Valencia Cathedral.

Tip:

You may climb the cathedral bell tower nearby to get a better view of the city.
Image Courtesy of Flickr and Alan Burnett.

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Plaza de la Virgen (Virgin Square) on Map

Sight Name: Plaza de la Virgen (Virgin Square)
Sight Location: Valencia, Spain (See walking tours in Valencia)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Walking Tours in Valencia, Spain

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