The ‘Vila’
In Almassora’s old city centre we will find the remains of a wall dating back to the middle ages (7th-15th centuries) that used to surround the Vila, and can be seen today in Burriana, Colón and D’Arremur streets. Of special significance are the Plaza Mayor pórticos (15th century), next to the old town hall. Another typical area is the Trinitat quarter where we can appreciate Modernist-style buildings of the early 20th century. Special mention must be made about the bridge over the River Mijares (1784-1790) by architect Bartolomé Dalmau. In the vicinity a monolith dedicated to the heroes of the Spanish War of Independence rises up.

With regard to religious buildings, in the historic centre we can see the Nativitat parish church (1699) in Baroque style. 4 km away from the town is the Santa Quiteria chapel (17th century). Next to it is the famous Santa Quiteria medieval bridge. Also near is the 17th century assut waterwheel that diverts the river waters to irrigate the vegetable gardens.

We can visit yet three other chapels: Sant Antoni chapel (17th century), Sant Joan Baptista on the Torre beach and Sant Josep on the road to Benafeli. Finally, next to the order of St Clare convent of nuns looms the Crist del Calvari church.

Visitors can also pop in Almassora’s Museo Municipal, exhibiting archaeological findings of the 7th/6th and 3rd/2nd centuries BC together with a medieval farmhouse.

Torre Benafeli Beach
Almassora’s shore is comprised of first a sandy beach and then a pebble beach going southbound. Quiet and well kept, the beach is frequented by bathers and fishing amateurs. It is also equipped with a large number of services, namely a Red Cross post, restaurants, car park, promenade, etc.

Natural environment
Since the town flows along next to the basin of the River Mijares, it’s easy to guess the existence of natural areas as interesting as Santa Quiteria or Les Goles Ermitorios.