The city of Valencia lies on the east coast of Spain, in the autonomous community of Valencia. It is the third-largest metropolitan area in Spain. It is Spain’s third most populous city, after Madrid and Barcelona.
Valencia is located on Spain’s southeast coast, where the Turia River meets the Mediterranean Sea. It is the fifth busiest container port in Europe and the busiest port on the Mediterranean Sea. Valencia is known for its City of Arts and Sciences, which features futuristic structures such as a planetarium, an oceanarium, and an interactive museum. Its historic center is one of the largest in Spain, covering about 169 ha (420 acres). Beaches can also be found in nearby Albufera Park, a wetlands reserve with a lake and walking trails.
Here are some fabulous vintage photos that captured the everyday life of Valencia in 1973.
