Collegiate Basilica of Santa Maria

Xàtiva, Spain

The Collegiate Basilica of Santa Maria of Xàtiva, also known as La Seu, is the principal church of the city of Xàtiva (Valencia), Spain. The construction commenced in 1596.

In this basilica different members of the House of Borgia are buried. At the museum is possible to see the altarpiece of the cardinal Alfonso Borgia and a silver chalice with the name of the Pope Calixtus III and another artworks of the Borgia family.

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Founded: 1596
Category: Religious sites in Spain

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daNm1 1N3 (16 months ago)
Amazing bell tower! Make sure you head to the very top and watch the bells ringing on the hour
Daria Thomas (2 years ago)
Looks super beautiful! I highly recommend a visit and I hope you will enjoy it as much as I did!
David Gee (2 years ago)
We were there for Corpus 2023 (early June) and the events around it. Parades, traditional dances from various groups and first communion formany young girls and boys.
Canyoudoitagain (4 years ago)
Very nice basilica, worth the visit if you're in Xativa.
Stefan Wimmer (9 years ago)
The basilica really deserves a 5 star rating. The interior is meticulously kept and there are many beautiful artifacts to see. The altar is spectacular. Only from the inside you can see the true size of the building and appreciate the enormous nave. Entry was free but we had the chance to climb the belfry for 1 Euro per person. If you get the same offer - take it! This was the definitely the best experience here in Xàtiva. The views are amazing and to stand on the very top of the tower makes your belly go funny :-) I took many great pictures from there. The church has been renovated in 2007, so the overall condition is really good. Be aware that the church closes at 1 pm.
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