Just a 20 minute drive from the bustling city of
Valencia is the town of Lliria also known as the
City of Music. Ll íria was the first town in
Spain to have a town band which was formed in the
19th century, today there are two bands and
thousands of students.
During Roman times Llíria was known as Edeta and the remains of this settlement can be found at the bottom of the hill where the Monasterio de Sant Miguel is. The Monastery was founded in 1319 by King James II for those that were committed to prayer and from the 18th century onwards was inhabited by cloistered nuns. Inside the Monastery is a nave decorated with paintings that depict the legend of Saint Michael.
Located in the Plaza Mayor is the Church of Ntra. Sra. de la Asuncion which is claimed to be one of the best
architectural examples of the Valencian Catholic Counter-Reformations. The facade contains a group of sculptures which depicts the triumph of the Church over paganism, dating back to the 17th century. The Church can be visited during worship hours.
The gothic building of Ca La Vila Vella is a Renaissance Palace built during the 16th century and was originally used as a Meeting Hall, Court of Justice, Judges ’ Chamber and prison. Within the building there are portraits on the ceiling which represent the executions that took place during the Carlist wars.
Dating back to the 1st century is the funeral complex ‘Mausoleus Romans’ which is part of the ancient Roman Edeta. The tower shaped mausoleums have a staggered base with house a podium and a funeral room where the cremations were carried out.
You can also see the remains of the city walls at Calle Viniato which were built in defense of the city on the base of the old Arabian walls and date back to the Christian age.
Once you have explored the many historical sights, monuments and museums in Lliria don ’t forget to visit the San Vicente Park, full of pine trees and nature walks and an ideal place for a picnic!
Apart from the traditional Spanish cuisine such as paella and rice with coleslaw, Lliria is well known for it ’s onions! Another local speciality can be bought from one of the many bakers in the town and this is Coca de Almendra which is a typical Valencian sponge almond cake which is generally washed down with a bottle of the local wine.
During Roman times Llíria was known as Edeta and the remains of this settlement can be found at the bottom of the hill where the Monasterio de Sant Miguel is. The Monastery was founded in 1319 by King James II for those that were committed to prayer and from the 18th century onwards was inhabited by cloistered nuns. Inside the Monastery is a nave decorated with paintings that depict the legend of Saint Michael.
Located in the Plaza Mayor is the Church of Ntra. Sra. de la Asuncion which is claimed to be one of the best
architectural examples of the Valencian Catholic Counter-Reformations. The facade contains a group of sculptures which depicts the triumph of the Church over paganism, dating back to the 17th century. The Church can be visited during worship hours.
The gothic building of Ca La Vila Vella is a Renaissance Palace built during the 16th century and was originally used as a Meeting Hall, Court of Justice, Judges ’ Chamber and prison. Within the building there are portraits on the ceiling which represent the executions that took place during the Carlist wars.
Dating back to the 1st century is the funeral complex ‘Mausoleus Romans’ which is part of the ancient Roman Edeta. The tower shaped mausoleums have a staggered base with house a podium and a funeral room where the cremations were carried out.
You can also see the remains of the city walls at Calle Viniato which were built in defense of the city on the base of the old Arabian walls and date back to the Christian age.
Once you have explored the many historical sights, monuments and museums in Lliria don ’t forget to visit the San Vicente Park, full of pine trees and nature walks and an ideal place for a picnic!
Apart from the traditional Spanish cuisine such as paella and rice with coleslaw, Lliria is well known for it ’s onions! Another local speciality can be bought from one of the many bakers in the town and this is Coca de Almendra which is a typical Valencian sponge almond cake which is generally washed down with a bottle of the local wine.
