The Valencia of the Golden Century and the Holy Grail
The presence of the Holy Grail in Valencia Cathedral is no coincidence. In the 15th century, the city experienced its Golden Century, its peak of splendor: it was the capital of the Crown of Aragon, a leading Mediterranean trading center thanks to the silk trade, the gateway to the Renaissance, and a cultural reference point in Europe. Here, the first book in Spain was printed, the University of Valencia was founded, and literature flourished with authors such as Ausiàs March and Joanot Martorell.
Thanks to the support of the Valencian popes Callixtus III and Alexander VI, both from the Borja family, and the patronage of kings like Alfonso the Magnanimous, Valencia became a cultured, safe, and prestigious place, ideal for safeguarding such a valuable relic.
Today, centuries later, the city revives that splendor. Come to Valencia and be part of this unique celebration of faith, history, and beauty.
Silk: a Source of Prosperity
The silk industry transformed the city's economy and urban landscape. In the Velluters district, hundreds of artisans produced luxury fabrics exported throughout Europe. The Silk Exchange (Lonja de la Seda), declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the emblem of that boom. In its majestic Gothic halls, merchants met, contracts were signed, and the prosperity of a city open to the world was celebrated.
Silk Road: discover its legacy in Valencia
Discover on this route the splendor of the Valencian Golden Age, when silk drove the city's prosperity and the Silk Exchange (Lonja de la Seda) became a symbol of its commercial power.
The Borjas: Valencian Power in Rome
The Borja (Borgia) family projected Valencia’s name to the heart of Christendom. With Callixtus III and Alexander VI, two Valencian popes, the city achieved enormous political, religious, and cultural influence.
Their patronage promoted art and knowledge: they encouraged the renovation of Valencia Cathedral and the growth of the University of Valencia, consolidating the city as a major center of spirituality and learning during the Renaissance.
The Borgia Route in Valencia
Following this route is like taking a journey into the past among frescoes, altars, and iconic buildings where art, religion, and power intertwine. What stops make it up?
The Legacy of Valencia’s Golden Century
The legacy of the 15th century is still present in today’s Valencia. The Silk Exchange, Valencia Cathedral, and the Velluters district evoke the prosperity of a city that thrived thanks to trade and silk. Palaces, churches, and cloisters recall the Borja patronage and the artistic wealth of an era that made Valencia one of the most vibrant cities in the Mediterranean.
A route through the most emblematic churches
Set your itinerary and discover the rich heritage preserved by these Valencian temples.
Valencia and the Holy Grail: History, Art, and Spirituality
Discover the millenary origin of the relic, its details, its chapel, and the routes that connect faith and culture in the heart of the city.
Valencia, City of the Holy Grail
Discover the Holy Grail that may have been used by Jesus Christ at the Last Supper, kept in Valencia’s Cathedral.
Holy Grail Visitors Centre
Discover at the Almudín a unique exhibition on the history, art, and faith of the Holy Grail.
Third Holy Grail Jubilee Year
It will take place from October 30, 2025, to October 29, 2026, and visitors can receive plenary indulgence, a privilege reserved for such exceptional occasions.
The Valencia of the Golden Century and the Holy Grail
Travel to the Valencian Golden Century, when silk, the Borjas, and the Holy Grail marked an era of splendor.
How the Holy Grail came to Valencia
Follow its captivating journey from Jerusalem to the Cathedral—a relic that has traversed centuries, kingdoms, and monasteries, leaving its imprint everywhere it went.
Holy Grail, how is it?
Discover the secrets of the Holy Grail: a thousand-year-old jewel of agate and gold, filled with history, faith, and fascinating details that amaze every visitor.
