English with Rachel

For next weeks topic, I want you talk about different architectural buildings. You could pick 2/3 to discuss in class and also write an 150 word essay on this topic.

Here is some vocabulary to help you:

- Architecture Vocabulary List: Top 100 Common Words Used
- 16 edificios para visitar (y enamorarse) de la Comunidad Valenciana

The writing:

Valencia city is rich in wonderful and iconic buildings and monuments, both "ancient" and contemporary. And one of the most well-known architectural complexes is the City of Arts and Sciences of Valencia.

Built on the old bed of the Turia River, this architectural complex is a must-visit for tourists and Valencians. It was designed by the famous architects Santiago Calatrava and Félix Candela. Calatrava has some "dark holes" or controversial issues regarding his effectiveness, from a practical point of view.

That said, one cannot deny its beautiful, futuristic, and balanced lines. The CAC, as it is known, is a meeting point, a magnificent place for all visitors to this Mediterranean city.

The CAC, a joint name for several buildings, consists of the following architectural elements: Hemisfèric; Museum of Sciences; Palau de les Arts; Oceanogràfic; Umbracle and Ágora. White and blue are the dominant colours of all these creative and futuristic buildings.

Old and historical buildings in Valencia
Valencia is also rich in historical buildings, jewels of a past time. The most important ones are: The Silk Exchange; The Silk Museum; The Serranos Towers; The Quart Towers; The Palace of the Marquis of Dos Aguas; The Cathedral of Valencia, The Basilica of Valencia; The Church of the Santos Juanes; The Miguelete; The Museum of Fine Arts (San Pío V); The IVAM; The Beneficencia; The Central Market, The Colón Market; The Round Square; The North Station; The Principal Theatre; The Post Office Building; The Town Hall of Valencia; The Church of San Nicolás; The Church of Santa Catalina; The City of the Fallero Artist; The Clock Building; Valencia Port; The Royal Gardens (known as Viveros); The Monforte Gardens; El Cento del Carmen...

In conclusion: Valencia is a city where the old and the new go 'hand in hand'...

To know more about Valencia's heritage:
- Popular Valencia Tours and Activities
- Walking tours in Valencia
- The Ultimate Guide to the Best Arquitecture in Valencia