
Explore the historic center of Valencia to discover the legacy of the Borgias, including a visit to the Cathedral where the Holy Chalice is located. This tour provides insights into the lives of Calixto III and Alejandro VI, the only Spanish Popes, as you navigate the blend of history and legend. The tour is suitable for those interested in history and the influence of the Borgias in the region. It is important to note that this experience takes place in a group setting, and specific details regarding duration and meeting points should be confirmed prior to booking.
We will begin the Borgia route in Plaza Manises in front of the palace of the Generalitat Valenciana making an introduction about the two popes of this Valencian family: Calixto III and Alexander VI.
We will stop in front of the original façade of this church to explain details of the life and that of Alfonso de Borgia, who was Pope under the name Calixto III
We will visit the entire interior of Valencia Cathedral, describing the works linked to the Borgias and the famous Holy Chalice. In the Museum we will see the grandiose processional monstrance.
Inside the Basilica is the patron saint of Valencia: the Virgen de los Desamparados and its impressive baroque frescoes by the painter Antonio Palomino from the early 18th century.
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