La Lonja de la Seda de Valencia
Attraction
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This grandiose building illustrates the city's Medieval riches with elaborate stonework & carvings.
C/ de la Llotja, 2, Ciutat Vella, 46001 València, Valencia, Spain
+34 962 08 41 53
Did You Know?
UNESCO World Heritage
La Lonja de la Seda was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996, recognizing its exceptional architectural and historical significance.
Original Purpose
La Lonja de la Seda was originally built as a silk exchange, a bustling center for the trade of silk and other valuable goods in the 15th century.
Architectural Style
The building showcases a stunning example of late Gothic architecture, characterized by intricate details, soaring arches, and a sense of lightness and elegance.
Unique Feature
One of the most striking features of La Lonja de la Seda is its impressive central hall, supported by eight slender, twisted columns that symbolize the eight virtues of the merchants.