Valencia HandFan Tour and Workshop

Engage in a creative journey through Valencia’s rich history at the UNESCO World Heritage Silk Exchange. This immersive experience begins with captivating tales of ancient merchants and guilds as you stroll through the historic silk velvet and hand-fan quarters. The highlight is a hands-on workshop at the Art and Craft Center of the Valencian Community, where you’ll learn from a master fan painter. Create your own personalized fan, a unique keepsake that embodies the artistry and spirit of Valencia, to cherish long after your visit.

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   La Lonja de la Seda

   30 min

   La Lonja de la Seda (The Silk Exchange) is a 15th-century masterpiece of late Gothic architecture located in the heart of Valencia. Built between 1482 and 1533, this UNESCO World Heritage Site stands as a monument to Valencia’s golden age as a major Mediterranean trading hub. Here we will share stories about merchants and ancient guilds.

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   Stop 2

   30 min

   Walk through the silk velvet and hand-fan guild quarters—two guilds that complemented each other throughout history.

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   Museo y Colegio del Arte Mayor de la Seda

   30 min

   The College of High Silk Art is one of Valencia's most significant historical landmarks, dating back to the 15th century. This beautifully restored building once served as the headquarters for the city's powerful silk weavers' guild, which drove Valencia's economy during its Golden Age. Today, it operates as the Silk Museum, showcasing stunning Baroque architecture, the finest collection of traditional Valencian ceramics, historic looms, and luxury silk fabrics including hand-fans.

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   Stop 4

   2 hours

   The Centro de Artesanía de la Comunitat Valenciana is a vibrant cultural space located in the historic heart of Valencia, next to the MuVIM museum. Spanning three floors, this center is dedicated to preserving, promoting, and showcasing traditional local craftsmanship from across the region - After the visit we will join a Valencia official artisan for a hand-fun painting workshop in the center.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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