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La Lonja de la Seda

Plaza del Mercado, Valencia, Spain
34 963 153 931
Ranked #7 of 118 attractions in Valencia
4.5 of 5 stars 142 Reviews
Type: Architectural Buildings, Historic Sites
Traveler Description: The Lonja de la Seda is tucked into a medieval street near the Mercado Central, up a flight of steps.  The visitor steps through heavy doors into a... more »
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Istanbul, Turkey
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

Very nice building with amazing columns inside. You can feel the spirit of old times. After your visit, accross the street and have a look at huge paella pots sold in small shops. More

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Bratislava
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

I was present at the concert with ancient hispanic instruments there. The environment on this place completely shrinked me into mediaval times and this 90 minutes there enriched my spirit with something typicaly Spanish. It is very difficult to describe it, but believe me I was happy during time spent there. Viva Espaňa!!! More

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Valencia, Spain
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

Nice to visit this beautiful old silk trading building. Great character and unspoiled by the tourist element. Worth including in your visit in my opinion. The step across the road for a cool fresh glass of Horchata and a stroll around the central market. More

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Milan, Italy
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73 reviews 73 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012

it is a unique building and aside from the main hall, the rest of the visit is very interesting too, and the courtyard a real peaceful island in front of the hectic market More

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Sierra Vista, Arizona
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2012

This is a world heritage site? It's an empty building? No examples of how it was. No museaum. Nothing. They should do better. More

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Leeuwarden
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

The old building with lots of morisch details is elegant in its architecture with a very beautiful garden in morish style. If you want to have a break from the business of the city. More

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Medford, New Jersey
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

Interesting period building;must be architecture enthusiast to enjoy, or otherwise may be underwhelming More

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London
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12 reviews 12 reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

The building is gorgeous in and of itself, but it's really worth doing the (inexpensive) guided visit to get the most out of its history. I loved the column-filled hall. More

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Murcia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2012

Overrated. Curly columns, no signage, DVD only in Spanish. In and out!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! More

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Fgura
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2012

A veritable temple to commerce, the Llonja is an architectural gem. It has been brought to its past glory thanks to an extensive restauration. The fluted columns and coffered ceilings are not to be missed. Every single detail should be savoured - the marble floors, the wooden doors, the sculptures etc. This is an attraction in Valencia that should not... More

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