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Valencia CathedralvsLa Lonja de la Seda
Both Valencia Cathedral and La Lonja de la Seda are recommended by travel writers. Overall, Valencia Cathedral ranks slightly better than La Lonja de la Seda. Valencia Cathedral comes in at 87 with endorsements from 5 reviewers such as Afar Magazine, The Telegraph and Michelin Guide.
Valencia Cathedral
Fodor's
Concierge
The Telegraph
Michelin Guide
Afar Magazine
Plaza de la Reina, 46003 Valencia
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Fodor's "Valencia's 13th- to 15th-century cathedral is the heart of the city." Full review
Concierge "[A] side chapel containing an ancient agate cup that for over 500 years has been heralded as the bona fide Holy Grail."
The Telegraph "A Roman temple stood on this site, then a mosque, before the cathedral was built between the 13th and 15th centuries, mixing Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque features." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Dominated by the Miguelete Tower, the cathedral, despite its Baroque façade, dates mainly from the 14C and 15C." Full review
Afar Magazine "Consecrated in the 13th century, the cathedral has what it claims to be the true Holy Grail, an ornately decorated stone chalice dating back to the first century A.D. " Full review
La Lonja de la Seda Fodor's Concierge
Lonely Planet The Telegraph Afar Magazine
Frommer's
Plaza del Mercado, Valencia
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Fodor's "On the Plaza del Mercado, this 15th-century building is a product of Valencia's golden age." Full review
Concierge "This commodity exchange and silk market, now listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, is one of the architectural wonders of Valencia."
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"This splendid late-15th-century building, a Unesco World Heritage Site, was originally Valencia’s silk and commodity exchange." Full review
The Telegraph "Opposite the market, the 15th-century silk exchange is one of the best examples of Gothic civil architecture in Europe and has World Heritage status." Full review
Afar Magazine "A castle-like structure in the middle of the city's old town. A UNESCO World Heritage site, it's considered one of the best examples of Gothic-era civil architecture in Europe. " Full review
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Make sure to get close-up shots of the gargoyles, sculptures, and stone carvings adorning the building.
Frommer's "Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is considered a top example of Gothic civic architecture. Forest of twisted-wheat columns supports the main trading hall, and the tranquil central courtyard" Full review
