Valencia, 13 January 2026 – Valencia has once again captured international attention after being included in the prestigious “52 Places to Go in 2026” list by The New York Times. This recognition highlights the city as a cultural destination and connects its identity, history, and talent with a global audience.
The city of Valencia shares the spotlight with Madrid in a cultural journey dedicated to Joaquín Sorolla, one of Spain’s most celebrated painters and a key figure in Valencian culture.
Sorolla, a universal Valencian
Born in Valencia, Joaquín Sorolla’s work is deeply linked to light, the Mediterranean, and the Valencian way of life. His legacy gains special significance with the arrival of over 300 works from the Hispanic Society of America, one of the world’s most important art collections.
This exhibition positions Valencia as an international cultural hub. It attracts visitors, experts, and art lovers from around the world. It also strengthens the city’s role in preserving and showcasing its cultural heritage.
Valencia, culture beyond borders
The New York Times highlights Valencia as a city where art, identity, and modern life coexist naturally. This recognition goes beyond tourism. It projects Valencia as open, creative, and vibrant, offering a high quality of life.
Such international visibility strengthens Valencia’s brand in key markets like the United States. It also positions the city as an attractive place to live, create, and develop projects with global impact.
Culture drives value and investment
Valencia’s inclusion in the list proves that investing in culture delivers real economic and strategic benefits. Major exhibitions, international media attention, and the promotion of local identity all help create a favorable environment for foreign direct investment.
Actions like this reinforce Valencia as a competitive, dynamic city. It attracts talent, businesses, and international investment. The city consolidates its role as one of the Mediterranean’s leading cultural and economic hubs.
From Invest in Valencia, we support companies and investors who want to be part of this cultural, creative, and growing economic ecosystem.
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