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Basílica de la Virgen de los Desamparados

It is the sanctuary of the Virgin of Valencia.

 

The only church located in the old part of the town that has not been built on the ruins of former churches and convents. It has an elliptical floor and radial naves. Its vaults are decorated with frescoes by Antonio Palomino from the beginning of the XVIII Century.

The chapel is located behind the arch of the Major Altar and on both sides of the statues of the Saint Martyrs St Vicente mártir (Patron Saint of the town) and Vicente Ferrer (Patron Saint of Valencian Community) by Esteve. It has been built in Baroque style and venerates the statue of the Virgin with the baby Jesus on one arm and with a white lilies bouquet on the other one, and at her feet there are two children who represent the Saint Innocents. The basilica has the peculiarity of having the dome displaced to the Cathedral.

Built: XVII Century (1652- 1667)

Author: Diego Martínez Ponce de Urrana

Style: Baroque

Category: Religious

Type: Basílica

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At all times you will be accompanied by a guide and the walk is moderate. Also, round trip transportation is included in the price.

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Plan your visit

Address and telephone

  • Plaza de la Virgen, s/n. 46003 Valencia
  • +34 963 918 611

Opening times

Monday to Sunday: From 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and from 4:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Tickets and prices

Free entry

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Discover the charms of the Valencian province. On this guided tour you will visit Xátiva, the second most important city in the ancient valencian kingdom, as well as its fantastic castle. Then you will go to the textile capital. You will end up in Anna... [+]

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Make this getaway from Alicante or Valencia and don't worry about transportation, since the round trip is included in the price.

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The price includes round trip transportation, as well as a guided tour and the entrance to Cullera Castle. You only have to indicate in your reservation from which city you want to leave, if from Valencia or Alicante. At the indicated meeting point, the vehicle will be waiting for you to enjoy a day in Cullera and the Albufera.

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