| The two
major churches in Alcossebre ~ the Anglican Church and the Roman Catholic
church ~ enjoy very friendly relations. The building we use in Alcossebre
is a 'daughter' church of the main church in Alcala de Chivert. Indeed, Alcala
de Chivert is the
main administrative town of this part of the Serra d'Irta region. The
main church in Alcala de Chivert is well worth a visit - if you can find it open! The
secondary road heading north-west from Alcala de Chivert provides spectacular views
of the coast and the Columbret islands can be seen on a clear day. This
secondary road heads over the mountains towards what will one day be the
new Castellón Airport - hopefully next year - 2009.. |
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The Parochial church of St. John the Baptist stands on
the spot of earlier churches. The present church was consecrated on 27th
August 1766.
The tower was started in 1784 and completed in 1803. It
is of octagonal design with a perimeter of 27 metres, and is 68 metres in
height. Its four sections are divided by stone strings |
The
tower is crowned by a great balustrade capped by an image of St John the
Baptist. It forms a spectacular sight at night with its impressive
illumination. |
The impressive facade of the church hides a typically
false 'front wall'. The interior is most attractive, but, sadly, the church
is usually locked for reasons of security. |
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¿Quo Vadis? |
The Alcossebre Singers join with the Alcala Band for a concert - complete
with fireworks - in front of the church, on Alcala’s Patronal Festival,
2007 |
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The
town nestling below the Castle of Xivert see 'Local Places'. |
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St. Christopher’s
Anglican Congregation on
the Costa Azahar. 
