Mercado Central of Valencia Spain is one of the oldest farmers markets in Europe. Over 8 centuries of history, stunning buildings and fresh Authentic Valencia produce; fruit, vegetables and flowers. On one side, Mercado Central offers dried sausages, jambon and local cheeses. On the other side, there are fish vendors selling an unimaginable amount of seafood. It’s huge 8000 square meter expanse of steel and glass decorated with the traditional ceramic tiles makes one feel welcome. A social place to meet old friends and socialize while buying ingredients for your evening meal or find exquisite Valencia delicacies that make a good souvenirs or gift that are not mass produced. Many Valencia Hotels are located next to this wonderful open air market.
Shops are open here throughout the week with lots of Valencia ceramics. Sundays are the best days to go because there is more produce and goods to choose from and more people to meet. Morning time, just at opening is the best time to shop. The farmers stalls have an amazing array of fresh produce enticing one to buy even if you don’t need the produce. Anything can be sold, from bicycles, rare finds, antiques, to quality handmade items. Vendors stalls are full of worldly items and world spices and rare expensive spices.
The Mercado Central is a masterpiece of modern architecture. Colorful and joyously welcoming all that come to buy or just wander around. The building is large and airy. Full of fresh food to satisfy your hunger morning, noon and night. At the Mercado everything is sold fresh. Healthy eating is easily attained. Just the atmosphere is worth the trip at least once a week, if not more. It brings the population together to enjoy each other, to interact, to be out and about. To be happy and experience the better part of what life can offer. To, if briefly, enjoy the human race and being alive. Yes, the Mercado Central gives one the experience of peace, tranquility, excitement and fulfillment. Your life will never be the same.
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