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 is one of Spain's oldest cities, founded in 138 B.C. by the Romans and shaped by successive Visigoth, Christian and Muslim settlers over the past two millennia. But these days, transplanted ...

Adjacent to the Valencia Cathedral is the imposing Miguelete bell tower. This 166-foot-high tower was built in the Gothic style between 1381 and 1424. An 18th-century steeple was later added. At the ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: Look behind the cathedral to find the glass-bottomed artificial pond where you can see part of the Roman city walls below. Then, head inside to La Almoina Archaeological Museum ...

WIthout doubt, Valencia is one of Spain’s most exciting cities. From the beautiful Mediterranean beaches to the electric nightlife, you will never be short of a new experience. It’s a location full of ...

After 400 years, the Valencia Cathedral has reintroduced the performance of the “Mystery of the Assumption of the Virgin” drama as part of the basilica’s festivities to celebrate the Aug. 15 Marian ...