Habsburg and Bourbon Spain

Algemesí

Today: Spain

Years: 1492–1833
Role: Royal town, split from Alcira in 1574

Algemesí was part of the municipality of Alcira until 1574, when Felipe II granted its separation in return for 8,000 ducats, and in 1608 it received the title of Villa Real. Its basilica of San Jaime was built from 1550 to 1582. The 18th century was one of great prosperity, with more land under cultivation, above all for rice.

What to see today

Basílica de San Jaime Apóstol (San Jaime): Church, 1550 to 1582
Convento de Aguas Vivas (Aguas Vivas): Monastery, 1597 to 1695

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