Creu de Pedra

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Come and explore the most iconic sights in Villajoyosa, a beautiful destination sitting on the coast.

Creu de Pedra, the Stone Cross, in Villajoyosa in the province of Alicante, is a monument bursting with history. This old wayside cross sits at an intersection, a place that has been considered sacred since as far back as Roman times.

Dating back to the Christian period and documented since the 16th century, the cross has been a meeting point for workers, lovers and locals for centuries. Today it is a must for your list of things to see in Villajoyosa!

It is tradition that the Palm Sunday procession makes its way to the Stone Cross to bless the palms – this is a great time of the year to visit Villajoyosa. The present-day cross dates to 1939 and in 2006 was relocated to improve visibility and access to it. Villajoyosa has other interesting heritage sites like the Renaissance walls and San José Tower. Come and visit this history-steeped wayside cross and enjoy the town's monuments.