Ermita de Sant Roc de Beselga
A hermitage built in the 20th century in the hamlet of Beselga, dedicated to Sant Roc. Every 16 August a pilgrimage sets out from Estivella to Beselga, and a week earlier the image of the saint is brought down to the town accompanied by torches. It is one of the most deeply rooted religious dates in the municipality.
The Ermita de Sant Roc de Beselga was built in the 20th century and is dedicated to Sant Roc. Every 16 August a pilgrimage is held from Estivella to Beselga, bringing residents together on the road to the hamlet. A week earlier, the image of the saint is brought down to the town accompanied by torches, an act that marks the start of the celebration. Both dates are part of the most deeply rooted religious traditions of the municipality and are kept year after year. The pilgrimage covers the road between the two settlements.
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