Lliria

Lliria Spain
Lliria is an ancient, traditional Spanish town approx 20 kms from
Valencia City. Valencia is a beautiful region of Spain. Situated half
way down the Mediterranean coast it enjoys the perfect climate, not
too hot and not too cold or wet. Even in mid-winter this region of
Spain seldom sees temperatures drop below freezing except in the
mountains. The area benefits from a range of popular beaches and
a mountainous interior. The farmlands consist of a patchwork of
orange groves, almond tree and vegetable fields. The almond
blossom provides a lovely show of white or pink flowers in February
which are a pleasure to look on as you drive along the motorway.

The Phoenicians, Cathaginians, Greeks, Romans and Moors have all
owned this piece of the world at some time in history. El Cid
expelled the Moors in 1094 but after his death in 1099 the region
again became an arab stronghold until 1238.

In the 1930s Valencia put up an impressive show of resistance to
Franco's troops and this region was the last region of Spain to fall
under Franco's rule. In 1977 the region finally gained autonomy.

Today the resorts of Valencia are popular with Spanish and
foreigners alike. The region is particularly popular with people from
Madrid many of whom own second homes here. It is also popular
with French tourists who can simply drive down the motorway and
is becoming increasing popular with the British and other
nationalities. Valencia is a beautiful region of Spain. Situated half
way down the Mediterranean coast it enjoys the perfect climate, not
too hot and not too cold or wet. Even in mid-winter this region of
Spain seldom sees temperatures drop below freezing except in the
mountains. The area benefits from a range of popular beaches and
a mountainous interior. The farmlands consist of a patchwork of
orange groves, almond tree and vegetable fields. The almond
blossom provides a lovely show of white or pink flowers in February
which are a pleasure to look on as you drive along the motorway.