UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the Region of Valencia

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UNESCO World Heritage traditions and sites are specially protected because they have exceptional value that transcends borders. It is a legacy we must protect for future generations. And, in the Region of Valencia, you have incredible examples, which are the fruit of our tradition and our history.

The UNESCO World Heritage listings in the Region of Valencia promise to take you on a fascinating journey through local history. The sites will whisk you back thousands of years to see rock art in places like La Araña Cave in Bicorp and Valltorta-Gasulla Cultural Park in the province of Castellón, to name but a few. They’re absolute must-visits. 

The World Heritage sites in the Region of Valencia include protected dry stone structures such as those in Villafranca del Cid and other destinations. The listings also cover the trades and professions of yesteryear, like the age-old practice of transporting logs across rivers. The latter can still be seen in Antella and Cofrentes.

Exciting celebrations form part of UNESCO World Heritage traditions, like the Rompida de la Hora in L'Alcora and the tamborada in Alzira. And then there are the other traditional and history-steeped festivals like Mare de Déu de la Salut Festival in Algemesí and Misteri d'Elx. 

Manual bell ringing takes place in Albaida, while the Fallas de València is an incredible event that you won’t want to miss. Meanwhile, the age-old Water Tribunal is held every Thursday and the list continues with the Silk Exchange in València and El Palmeral in Elche, a magical palm grove. 

Last but not least, UNESCO World Heritage has sought to protect our everyday life over time at Centro de Cultura Tradicional Museo Escolar de Pusol. So what do you say? Are you keen to soak up some culture?