Almussafes, Spain

Almussafes, Spain

Almussafes Spain

Almussafes is a town in the Ribera Baixa area of the Valencian Community in Spain. It began as a small Muslim settlement made up of farmhouses and a tower. The town’s name comes from an old customs post there (Arabic Masaf), where taxes were collected on goods going in and out of nearby Valencia. In 1672, Almussafes became independent from the municipality of Benifaió. Today Almussafes is best known for hosting a major Ford Motor Company factory. Monuments: - Parish Church: Dedicated to Saint Bartholomew the Apostle, the church is built in the ornate Churrigueresque style and contains several sculptures by Esteve (1782). - Tunnels: The Arab tower and two neighbouring towers are linked by tunnels, which once allowed underground movement between the three watchtowers and served as a defensive system. These tunnels still hold remains from Muslim times, such as weapons and jars of preserved oil. - Racef Tower: A historic tower dating from between the 9th and 11th centuries. Festivities: Local festivals take place in July in honour of the patron saint, Saint Bartholomew, and the Holy Cross (Santísima Cruz).
Recommended airport
Valencia (VLC)
Nearby destinations
  • Valencia a 20.05 km
  • Costa de Valencia a 18.24 km
  • Xàtiva a 34.85 km