Cárcel de San Vicente, building in Valencia Province, Spain
Cárcel de San Vicente is a small chapel and former prison with thick stone walls forming a simple rectangular space divided by a vault. Its interior contains an altar, a column with Romanesque capital, and an old well at the center that was renewed around 1810.
The building dates from the Visigothic period in the sixth century with original structural elements still visible. After centuries of different uses, it was rented as a public veneration site in 1685 and purchased by Valencia in 1686 before being converted into an oratory in 1744.
The chapel holds a column linked to local tradition about Saint Vincent, drawing visitors who seek connection to the saint's story over many years. This site has become a symbol of local faith and remains an important place of veneration in the neighborhood.
The site is located at Plaza del Arzobispo in the heart of the old city and is easily reached by bus, making it convenient to explore alongside other historic sites. Visitors should check opening hours, as the chapel is often closed for restoration work.
An old well with an octagonal spout sits at the center of the chapel and was officially discovered in 1777 after the building's vault collapsed and was repaired. This well is a silent witness to the site's long history and adds to the mysterious stories people tell about the place.
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