Albal, Municipality in Horta Sud, Valencian Community, Spain
Description
Albal is a small municipality south of Valencia with a compact historic center where old buildings and everyday life coexist naturally. Layers of different periods are visible in the architecture, ranging from medieval towers to more recent structures.
History
The settlement was founded in 1244 and carries a name with Arabic roots, reflecting the long presence of that culture in the region. An Arab tower from the 13th century still stands as evidence of this early period.
Culture
The Church of Our Lady of the Angels shapes the town center and reflects the spiritual life that has defined this place for centuries. Walking through the streets, visitors can sense how religion remains woven into the local identity.
Practical
The town is easily reached by public transport and sits on flat ground that invites walking around. Visitors should allow time to explore the different buildings and get a feel for the place without rushing.
Did you know?
The Hermitage of Santa Ana from the 14th century shows how religious buildings of that time were simple and practical in design. This modest shrine is today a quiet corner often overlooked, but it reveals much about medieval devotion.
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Ermita de Santa Anna d'Albal
1.4 km
Arab Tower of Albal
32 m
Casa Vivanco
1.3 km
Church of Nuestra Señora de los Ángeles, Albal
167 m
Church of Saint Martin
3.8 km
Castell Palau de la Baronia (Alcàsser)
3.9 km
Church of Saint Michael
1.2 km
Church of Saint Barbara
1.6 km
Cinema Rivelles
175 m
Avinguda Pare Carlos Ferris 28
840 m
Magatzem de Moret
3.1 km
Fesa Primera del Pinet
2.6 km
Carrer Santíssima Trinitat 2, Alcàsser
4 km
Fesa del Braç dels Horts
2.7 km
Ceramic panel of Saint Joseph
118 m
Ceramic panel of Saint Martin
3.9 km
Old Slaughterhouse of Alcàsser, 1945
4.1 km
Ceramic panel of the Trinity
22 m
Fesa Segona del Pinet
2.4 km
Ceramic panel of Saint Roch
159 m
Ceramic panel of Saint Peter at Miguel Martí Raga street
1.4 km
Municipal Market, Albal
175 m
Industrial building at 7 Carrer Colón, Alcàsser
4.3 km
Motor de Cervelló, Alcàsser
4.2 km
Chimney of Tio Greixoneres
3.4 km
Chimney of Almudèver Brickyard 2
3 km
Ceramic panel of Saint Peter at Sant Pere street
1.3 km
Chimney of the School of Agricultural Foremen
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