The Almshouse. Archaeological Centre

The site of L’Almoina and the excavations carried out by the Valencia City Council since 1985, constitute a true historical and urban anthology of what our city has been.

Located next to the Cathedral, it is a large underground space where you can contemplate the most monumental part of the Roman, Visigoth and Arab city.

It is more than a visit to an excavation, as it is an urban history centre of Valencia and is considered one of the best archaeological centres in Europe. It contemplates buildings dating back to the foundation of the city. From this early period a sanctuary of Asclepios, a Horreum and some baths are preserved. It was destroyed by Pompey in 75 BC. C., to be reborn a century later. The curia, the basilica and the portico of the forum are the elements of the Roman Empire. The main roads are the backbone of the visit.

From when Christianity was the guiding element of urban life, the baptistery, an apse linked to the cult of Saint Vincent and several monumental tombs are exhibited.

There are also remains of the Muslim Ksar: a waterwheel, a courtyard with laundry and part of the fortification. After the Christian conquest, the building of L’Almoina was built, which gives its name to the place, intended for the maintenance of the poor.

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