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Festivals during your language trip to Valencia
One of the most exciting ways to learn a language is through its traditions and celebrations. In Valencia, culture is lived intensely, and participating in local festivals is a unique opportunity to connect with the essence of the Valencian people.
The most famous of all, Las Fallas, is celebrated every March. This festival combines art, satire, gunpowder, music, and fire in a spectacle that leaves no one indifferent. The streets are filled with cardboard monuments known as ninots, there are parades, mascletás (loud concerts of firecrackers), Valencians dress up in traditional costumes, and everything is filled with contagious energy.
Experiencing Las Fallas is also experiencing Spanish culture, learning vocabulary related to the festival, interacting with locals, and understanding the history behind each tradition.
Other notable festivals in Valencia include the Night of San Juan, when bonfires are lit on the beach on June 24, and the festival of the Virgen de los Desamparados, patron saint of the city, which is celebrated in May with floral offerings, processions, and emotional religious ceremonies.
Gastronomy during your language trip to Valencia
Gastronomy is another of Valencia's great attractions. What better way to learn Spanish than by trying its cuisine, a delicious way to explore the local culture while expanding your culinary vocabulary. This city is the birthplace of the famous paella, an iconic dish known by locals and international visitors alike.
Authentic Valencian paella is made with chicken, rabbit, green beans, and garrofó (a variety of white beans), cooked in a paella pan over a wood fire. Dare to try it!
But the gastronomic offerings don't end there. During your language stay in Valencia, you can discover dishes such as arroz al horno (baked rice), fideuà (a kind of paella with noodles), esgarraet (roasted red peppers with cod), and typical sweets such as pumpkin fritters. Don't forget to try horchata de chufa, a refreshing and nutritious vegetable drink, accompanied by fartons.
Eating in Valencia is also a learning experience, from reading a restaurant menu to shopping at the supermarket.
What to see during your language trip to Valencia?
Valencia is a city with a thousand-year history and an innovative spirit. As a student, you can stroll through the old town, admire the Cathedral and the Silk Exchange during your free time. But you can also lose yourself in the narrow streets of the Carmen district and, in a matter of minutes, find yourself in front of the impressive City of Arts and Sciences, one of the most impressive cultural complexes in the country.
This blend of past and future is also reflected in its cultural offerings: museums, theaters, film festivals, concerts, exhibitions, and workshops fill the calendar of events throughout the year. Many of these activities offer discounts or free admission for students, making them an excellent way to improve your listening skills and learn more about Spanish society.
Valencia is much more than a tourist destination. It is a city full of life, history, flavor, and opportunities to learn and grow. Taking a language trip to Valencia is opening a door to learning Spanish from the inside out.