🇪🇸 Valencia’s Old Town: A Chill Wonderland

Valencia’s historic center is a treasure trove of UNESCO gems, artisan shops, and laid-back vibes—though those handmade local crafts come with hefty price tags (and no tax refunds!). ⛪ Valencia Cathedral • A shape-shifter: Roman temple → mosque → Gothic masterpiece. • Houses the Holy Grail (Last Supper’s cup!) and rediscovered Renaissance frescoes. • *Missed the 207-step climb up Micalet Tower? Same.* 😅 🏛️ Silk Exchange (La Lonja) • 15th-century Gothic glory (UNESCO-listed). • Once a bustling silk-trading hub—now orange trees shade its courtyard. • Hours: Tue-Sat 9:30AM-7PM / Sun 9:30AM-3PM (closed Mon). • €2 entry → Bus #7/81 to Mercat - Taula de Canvis (2-min walk). ☕ Food Note • Cafés abound (bathrooms = customers-only!). 🌌 City of Arts & Sciences • Santiago Calatrava’s alien-esque architecture (photo ops > museum visits if short on time!). #ValenciaOldTown #HolyGrailHunt #SilkRoadHistory #HiddenSpain