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Eight centuries of faith, history, art, and traditionThe Cathedral of Valencia is the mother church of the Archdiocese of Valencia and the seat of the archbishop.
Numerous significant celebrations for the Valencian Catholics and society in general take place here. Faithful from around the world make pilgrimages to see the Holy Chalice of the Lord’s Supper, kept in its chapel within a 15th-century alabaster altarpiece.
Holy Chalice of the Lord’s Supper.
The 15th century alabaster altarpiece.
Each year, hundreds of pregnant women come to walk nine times around the Cathedral and pray to Our Lady of Safe Delivery, in a deeply rooted tradition. You can also pay homage to significant Passion relics, like the Lignum Crucis of King Martin the Humane or the Thorn of Saint Louis.
Our Lady of Safe Delivery
of the Cathedral of Valencia 15th century
Reliquary of the
Thorn of Jaume Castelló.
Hohenstaufen
Lignum Crucis Reliquary.
A unique Cathedral
The layering of architectural styles throughout its long history makes this Cathedral a unique and almost unparalleled site.
Its remarkable art collection includes masterpieces by world-renowned artists such as Juan de Juanes, Francisco de Goya, Vicente López, and the Hernandos. Highlights include the Renaissance frescoes of the Musical Angels, the doors of the main altarpiece, and the monumental processional monstrance—the largest in the world.
Guardian Angel of Valencia Juan de Juanes 16th century
Musician Angels F. Pagano and P. da San Leocadio
15th century
Adoración de los pastores Vicente López de Portaña
Hacia 1800
Saint Francis Borgia Francisco de Goya
Painted in 1788
From the highest point of its bell tower, El Micalet, visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of the city of Turia. The Cathedral’s traditional bell-ringing continues to be carried out manually.
The Cathedral’s bells.
The Cathedral’s bells.
Documentary collections and Library-OPAC
The Cathedral’s archives and library house a collection of approximately 16,000 historical documents, accessible for study and research by scholars from around the world.
Cathedral archive research room.
Archive and conservation area.
In short, the Valencia Cathedral constitutes a spiritual centre, an artistic and heritage reference, and an element of identity for the Valencians.
A significant effort
The Cathedral of Valencia is committed to the ongoing conservation of its structure and extensive artistic collection. This work is carried out by a dedicated team of restoration and conservation professionals.
Analysis of damage from the outer roof by archaeologists.
Cleaning of the Holy Chalice chapel altarpiece.
Restoration of a work from the Cathedral Museum.
Restoration of a document from the Cathedral’s records.
We also benefit from the advice of prestigious institutions such as the Valencian Institute of Conservation, Restoration, and Research (IVCR+i) or the Institute of Spanish Cultural Heritage (IPCE).
Restoration of a wax seal by the IVCR+i.
Presentation of a restored Gothic Descent panel.
How to make a donation
directly to the Cathedral?
- You can donate in person at the Cathedral Sacristy or the Office (Barchilla street).
- Alternatively, you can make a bank transfer to the following account: ES64 0075 0827 9006 0604 0446,
with the reference OBRAS CATEDRAL.
If you choose one of these methods, please request a valid tax receipt from the Cathedral Office for income tax deduction purposes.
How to make
an online donation to the Cathedral?
Through the "Dono a mi Iglesia", platform, you can contribute to the conservation of the Cathedral’s heritage.
Additionally, you can benefit from tax deductions on your personal income tax return.
It is quick, easy, and secure.
By clicking the "Make a donation" button, you will be directed to the "donoamiiglesia.es" where you can select your preferred donation method and amount.