Corner view of Las Ollas de Hierro.

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Las Ollas de Hierro

Valencia


Valencia's oldest shop dates from the late 18th century and has an intriguing history and loads of character. Its souvenir cards, Las Fallas accessories and religious items are eclipsed by its wonderful range of figures and landscapes for Christmas Nativity scenes.


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