The city centre of Valencia encompasses what is referred to as Old Town, comprising the majority of the most historic and architecturally appealing buildings in the city. Old Town is located in the heart of Valencia, Spain, situated on the Iberian Peninsula. The innate preservation of the city’s oldest architectural relics and marketplaces makes the city centre a viable tourist destination.
Valencia’s Cathedral is one of the most impressive architectural landmarks, situated between Plaza de la Reina and the Plaza de la Virgen and often referred to as the location of the Holy Grail. The Plaza de la Virgen is a popular attraction equipped with places to congregate, dine and sightsee. It is flanked by the Turia Fountain and the entrance to the cathedral. Other points of interest are the Valencia City Market with both its commercial and visual appeal and the Silk Exchange, a famous Gothic monument and UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Public transportation around Valencia is serviced by the Metrovalencia in addition to other rail and bus companies. The presiding aviation hub is the Valencia Airport located nine kilometres outside of the city centre. An efficient bike share system makes bicycling a popular way of getting around in addition to walking, which is by far the best way to explore the Valencia City Centre.
The city of Valencia was founded in 138 BC under the reference "Valentia Edetanorum”. It is one of the oldest cities in Spain and has persisted through centuries of changing dominion including both Muslim and Christian rule. It finally became a thriving industrialised city in the 20th century.