Discover Castellón. History, architecture, art, and its incredible secrets.
Tour description
We'll begin this wonderful tour at Plaza de la Paz , next to Castellón's imposing Teatro Principal. We'll then pass by Puerta del Sol , a monumental complex flanked by early 20th-century Modernist buildings, such as the Hotel Suizo , the Casino Antiguo , and the former Banco de Castelló . We'll continue along Avenida Rey Jaume I and, along the way, we'll come across Plaza Huertos Sogueros, adorned with the statue of Les Cordeliers by Joan Ripollés.
We'll discover places steeped in history, such as Plaza Tetuán, where we'll admire the beautiful façade of the Post Office building. Inaugurated in 1932, its blend of Neo-Mudejar and Valencian Modernism styles makes it one of Castellón's most unique. Next, we'll delve into the heart of this beautiful city, Plaza Mayor de Castellón, where we'll see the Town Hall and the Central Market, and visit the Co-Cathedral of Santa María, where we'll learn about its patron saint, the Virgin of Lidon. As we'll see, it's a jewel of Valencian Gothic architecture. We'll also admire its bell tower, the Fadri, also known as the Torre de Pissa of Castellón. And we'll end this incredible tour in Plaza Santa Clara, where you can enjoy its leisure activities and cuisine. If you want to get to know the city of Castellón, its history, customs, art, and architecture, don't hesitate; this is the perfect tour. Don't miss it!