Albalat dels Sorells

02Geography

Albalat dels Sorells is situated on the left bank of the Turia River, characterized by its elongated shape from northwest to southeast. The area is traversed by the acequia Real de Moncada and is bordered by the Mediterranean Sea and several municipalities including Foyos, Moncada, and Valencia.

03History

The origins of Albalat dels Sorells trace back to an Andalusian rahal, divided into two areas. Over the centuries, it has seen various landowners and significant changes, including its ecclesiastical independence from Foyos in 1426 and the acquisition of its lordship by Tomàs Sorell in 1481, leading to its current name.

• 1238 Jaime I donates the upper villa to Arnau Vernet.
• 1481 Tomàs Sorell acquires the lordship.
• 1626 The lordship is elevated to a county.
• 1845-1850 Description appears in the Diccionario de Madoz.

Albalat dels Sorells is a municipality in Valencia known for its agricultural history and notable architecture.

04Cultural Heritage

Albalat dels Sorells boasts several notable structures, including the Palacio de los Sorells, a fortified palace with Gothic elements, and the 18th-century Iglesia parroquial de los Santos Reyes, featuring a Baroque facade and interior decorations.

• Palacio de los Sorells A fortified palace built in the late 15th century.
• Iglesia parroquial de los Santos Reyes An 18th-century church with Baroque features.
• Capilla del cementerio A small chapel within the cemetery dating back to 1871.