Calvario y Ermita del Santísimo Cristo

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Come and visit a beautiful chapel perched atop a mountain – you’re going to love the panoramic views!

Ermita del Santísimo Cristo, El Santísimo Cristo Chapel, is located on the mountain to the north of Bocairent in the province of Valencia. It is a place of great significance for the locals. Since the 16th century, the townspeople had wanted to build a chapel here, attracted by its special location and the stunning views it affords over the valley and the old town, where the parish church and its bell tower stand out.

The site of this chapel in Bocairent comprises three main buildings: the church, the former inn and the house of the rector, who was responsible for looking after the site. You can also find interesting features like the cistern and the stables, which were part of the daily life of those who lived there.

Throughout the year, this area hosts several traditional celebrations that commemorate important events in the destination’s history, such as the procession of statue of Christ after an epidemic or the origins of the chapel, which are linked to a legend of lights in the sky that inspired its construction.

Visitors to El Santísimo Cristo Chapel can explore its interior, enjoy the scenery and discover unique elements, such as the replica of a fragment of the cross embedded in the bell tower wall – a nod to its past and tradition.

Make sure to visit this remarkable spot in Bocairent, where history and landscape intertwine.