I guess there were better ways to spend the time waiting... as it was warm... and it was noon!? But there we were, walking in this place, no matter what! ๐
In winter, it wouldn't be a problem, but since we are already in the second half of June, the sun was quite strong this Monday. The morning was full of excitement, my son had an admission exam in the music conservatory in Valencia. We got up at dawn in order to arrive on time here and at nine o'clock, we already played the repertoire in front of the jury.
The admission exam for the conservatory consists of several parts. The playing part was the first one, where I was his piano accompanist. It went quite well! The next exam was already played without me, it was a sight-reading exam. I listened to him behind closed doors and it seemed fine to me, even though he said it was... interesting. We found a place to have breakfast and coffee, to recharge our batteries and then our son decided he didn't want us to be with him there. What would his parents do there, waiting in the hall of the conservatory while he has the theory exams?
That is why we went there, to the Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciรจncies despite the sun, warmth and tiredness. It is just a few minutes away from the building where he had his exams. Also, I hoped to find shade and fresh air there, being close to the lungs of the city.
The first place we passed through was this covered place, Umbracle. Many people had the same idea to walk there, between all that vegetation. The path in the middle was quite busy...
... so we chose the side road, where there was almost no one.
Here, we heard the parrots on the palm trees. They live in freedom, and because of the proximity of Turia Park, they also found a playground here, in Umbracle. We spotted them because of their loud dialogue - of course in their parrot language. We didn't understand a lot, but there were some pigeons too, that joined the party. I hope you can see them in the branches of this palm tree.
The open area of the Umbracle is many times used for open-air expositions. This time there was no exposition, so we had all this wide pavement to enjoy by ourselves. Not that we needed that much space... ๐
The building seen on the right is Reina Sofรญa Palace of the Arts, I am sure you already recognize it if you have visited some of my recent posts.
Another already familiar construction in Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciรจncies, and in the city of Valencia itself is this one - Hemisfรจric!
From another angle, with a blue sculpture thing in the pool. There were several artworks but I forgot to check out the author's name.
As we had time, we went down to Turia Park also. My husband's idea was to find a bench in the shade and work a bit as he took his laptop too. We searched for that perfect bench for some 20 minutes ๐. You can imagine that it became a proper walk and not working time then.
Ok, a good spot was found but I didn't stay there. I went for an additional stroll as I spotted some steel sculptures in the distance.
Despite the strong sun, all in all, it was good to spend that time in the park and Umbracle while waiting for our son to finish his exam. I could go back every day there, although the reason for going doesn't have to be an exam! ๐
P.S. Sorry to publish this post on Thursday, in the Wednesday Walk community. I am late one day... ๐ฌ
VALENCIA --- That's where we live :) Always happy to see my favorite city on HIVE!
Valencia is also among my favourite cities, I am always glad when we visit for some reason ๐ Lucky you to love there! ๐
Wonderful walk through this park. Great idea to spend the timeโฆ
Have a nice evening!
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!PIZZA
We could wait in the hall, or a coffee shop but after all this was the nicest thing we could do ๐
It was indeed the nicest thing ๐
Have a great week ๐๐ป
!LADY
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LOHtokens.I don't think I have to tell you what my choice would be =P
But how did the exam turn out? Or is your son still waiting for the results?
No, you don't have to tell me. I know you would choose the exam lol
We won't know the results until the end of next week (there were three times more aspirants than the available spots ๐ ), but in the meantime, he will do the exam in another city too. ๐ถ
fingers are crossed๐ค
#takemoreexams
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for his parents it means #takemorewalks while waiting for him :D
edit: Thank you for the crossed fingers :))
I remember our visit to the city of science and art as well as the Hemisferic building, where we watched the documentary film Apollo 13 (or 11, I'm not sure now ๐).
That width of the "screen", that is, the hemisphere on which the film is projected, left a strong impression on me...
PS. So I'm not the only one who was a day late for posting my walk on Wednesday ๐
We also watched one 3D movie there, a long time ago. I had the feeling the dinosaur from the documentary was going to eat me ๐
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Good to know! Now it is easier, as there is also someone else who messed up the days, right? ๐
There are many of us. At least we know it's June ๐
Are you sure about that? hahah
I'm 100% sure, because I haven't posted my fridge magnet collection yet which is set as the theme for June ๐
Hahaha, a good one! ๐
This ride has been amazing! A place from another world, the place where those palm trees are really looks like another planet. Beautiful beautiful ride!
Your son will come out super cool!โค๏ธ
I know, pretty cool place, with all these tall palm trees. A contest of nature and modern architecture! Thank you @avdesing ๐
I was fascinated to see that place, so much beauty! Thank you for that, I love it!
I went to this area in Valencia last year, it was very nice but also very hot I remember.
It may sound like a really dumb question, but what is the role of a piano accompanist in the exam?
Wow What a coincidence! ๐ฒ
oh, really! The same place ;))
It was during your trip with the โด , I remember ;)
The piano accompanist plays the part of the piano or orchestra (arranged to piano) with the soloist if the piece is written in that way. The first part of the exam was interpretation, so he played one piece by Bach which was for violin solo, but then this and this needed my accompaniment :))
I would be walking for hours in those gardens, ecstatic with happiness, doing nothing but breathing.
Just last week, my brother was visiting that place. He sent me many pictures and he looked very happy. The connection in Cuba is terrible and we couldn't make a video call as he wanted. He knows I love places like that, full of art, space, gardens and peace.
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Your brother was there? That is cool. I hope you will also come one day, but then let me know ๐ so we walk there together ;)
Wow would that be cool !!!!...
I'll let you know, that's for sure ๐
What a beautiful place, so well cared for those trees. You couldn't have picked a better spot. Beauty everywhere and fresh air. And soothe the anxiety of knowing if your son will do well and if he achieves his goal. I'm sure he does. Good for him. ๐๐ฅฐ
We were certainly moe relaxed in this walk than he was in the exam, although he says it went well. We will see, it is not easy to get in there. Thank you Mamani ;)
The covered area (umbracle) is capable of attracting anyone, it is so beautiful ๐. Did you feel like you are passing through a sword arch?๐
Don't worry about your son, he is your son afterall. (Will provide his best)
Thank you @ahmedhayat
He did well on the exam, but I suppose all the others too, so we will see the results in a week. ;)
Felicitaciones por tan excelentes fotografรญas, podemos decir que realizamos con ustedes el paseo y conocimos un poco de la ciudad de Valencia. Gracias
Me algro que este paseo han podido disfrutar muchas personas, con nosotros, a travรฉs de la panatalla ๐. Un saludo @gloriarojas ๐
The walk seems nice as those views are really beautiful.
I wish your son great grades in his exams. He sure will come out in flying colors
Thanks, @beeeee! Such parents we are, enjoying this walk while the son was having the exam hehehe ๐
๐๐๐ well he said you guys didnโt need to be there๐๐ a big boy
What a beautiful place!!! Despite all the heat and crazy temperatures, Europe faces lately, that seems like a true oasis of silence where you can recharge your batteries no matter what the weather is!
Oasis, you said well. We had luck until now, it was not as hot as the previous years, but it is slowly getting warmer :D
That area of Valencia is wonderful for the senses, although noon is the worst time of the day to visit it, haha.
I hope your son's exam was good, if he stays there you will have him nearby. ๐
Noon - la culpa la tiene el examen ๐
Thanks, and the results are a mystery, until the end of the next week ๐
Then it's time to practice rock meditation during the wait. ๐๐ค
Wonderful place filled with modern architectural structures. I personally loved the shape of Hemisfรจric, reminds me of one of my old academic designs. A scorching sunny day means a hot day but despite everything, you had a good walk and explored the surrounding area... Take care...
Hey, @priyanarc ๐ค
Hemisfรจric is cool, as are all the other buildings in this complex. If you come to Spain one day, and hopefully Valencia, let us know ๐
Spain is on my list so hopefully soon. Love to see those modern structures in person... Will definitely let you know when I will come to Spain...
A paradise, I see two black dots on that palm tree, it's the birds, isn't it? haha Buhito understands when they chatter, he speaks Cotorrรฉs ๐๐ฆ
You will be back, without an exam, I'm sure ๐
Hahaha, of course Buhito knows what they were speaking, in Cotorrรฉs language hahaha. Probably just nice things about the visitors, right? ๐๐
I'm not sure, when I ask him what they were talking about he laughs in a mischievous way ๐ demonic owl haha ๐
๐คฃ oh, that demonic Buhito... but I know he just wants to confuse us - the parrots were greeting all the Hive users ๐
@tipu curate :)
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So many cool things to see in Valencia! Walking was definitely a good choice. Cheers! !BEER
We don't regret it, walking there ๐
Though the exam was also an exciting activity :D
Did he passed the exams, btw? ๐
We will know it in a week, we still don't know the results. Thank yo for asking ๐
Fingers crossed! ;)
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I like architecture and prefer both old and modern. I admit that modern architecture that I like is harder to find but what you have in Valencia is remarkable. I am impressed and would love to walk around there...
Thanks, @mipiano, for the opportunity to see something of this place, it gave me a real pleasure, just as I enjoyed your painted stones a little while ago (two days ago).
I also like both, if it is nice. Also, there were some modern buildings around in Valencia that my son says that they are awful ๐
This complex is gorgeous and with the park behind it, they make a nice contrast.
(thank you for enjoying my painted rocks too, I am waiting to see your one, one day ;P)
I am ashamed that I fail to do what I promised. Time I can't say that I don't have... but I still don't have the peace I need. I saw that you are busy with your son's exams, I wish him success, of course, and I ask you, when does the vacation start?
I am busy with many things indeed, but dedicating some time to the pebbles gives a lot of peace ๐
It is fine dear @bluemoon, your ones will come right on time when they need to come, not earlier ;)
I also refer to this peace, I could probably paint a stone in an hour, but that's not what I want. I want to enjoy those moments. Thank you for your understanding and encouragement. I wish you a pleasant holiday, I think it's coming!
Wow! Wonderful park!
@tipu curate
It is very nice, indeed, thank you Claudio83 ;)
(Rozku was quicker for tipu ๐ hahah, but grazie mille for the intention ๐)
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This umbracle looks very beautiful. It has a lovely view
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Gracias por el paseo..es impresionante la arquitectura del lugar y las esculturas en los espacios..What about your son exam??
Me alegro que te gustรณ, Pinero. The exams went fine but we still don't know the results ;)
What a beautiful place! This walk has been a marvel. I already read that you will know the result of your son's test next week...he will surely make it ๐ค๐ค๐ค
Well, still a few days of enigma and in the meantime he has another admission exam, in the city where the giant mushrooms grow in one street ๐
Mucha suerte en "la millor terra del mรณn" XD
Hi @mipiano
I wish your son passed the admission exam at the 'Conservatori'
Very good report about the Turia Garden (the lung of Valรจncia!) and its corners.
Hola Xavi
Gracias ๐
No sabemos todavรญa... (dos o tres dรญas y pondrรกn los listados)
Ayer se examinรณ en Alicante, a ver si consigue entrar en uno de los dos conservatorios... ๐