The Aug. 13 reenactment of the assumption of Mary at the Valencia Cathedral is considered to be an “auto sacramental” (“sacramental act”), a genre of drama linked to Catholic rituals and traditions ...

Valencia sits proudly on Spain’s sun-kissed coast, but it offers more than just a beach. It’s a city that stirs old-world charm with futuristic flair, where medieval towers watch over glass-and-steel ...

It’s quite an event in Valencia. Twice a year a small chalice is taken out of an insignificant chapel at the back of the Cathedral of the Spanish city, and placed at the heart of the church. But this ...

Does the Valencia Cathedral feel like a place of worship, or more like a museum? Located in the Plaza de la Reina, the Valencia Cathedral is probably most famous for its claim of owning the Holy Grail ...

From now through October 2026, the Spanish city will welcome pilgrims from around the world, offering a renewed light on the treasured relic kept there since the 15th century. Christendom's cherished ...

Explore Valencia, one of Spain's liveliest cities, on a virtual tour of its most famous landmarks. Visit the City of Arts and Sciences, Valencia Cathedral, the Central Market, Malvarrosa Beach, and ...

How the precious relic was brought to Valencia is an amazing and incredible story. A brochure obtained from the museum of the cathedral explains the history and itinerary of the Holy Chalice from ...

From Roman remains to contemporary arts and historic, five-star hotel stays, the city is a treasure trove awaiting your discovery Located on the eastern coast of Spain along the Mediterranean, the ...

An imposing and impressive structure with a plethora of towers and turrets, Valencia Cathedral is actually a curious amalgamation of different architectural styles. This is instantly discernible from ...