The Mystery of Elche (Misteri d'Elx in Valencian) is a sacred-lyrical religious drama that recreates the Dormition, Assumption and Coronation of the Virgin Mary.

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The Misterio de Elche is a lyrical drama from the Middle Ages, it is the most deeply rooted cultural symbol of Elche. Since 2001, the Misterii d'Elx has been included in the UNESCO list of Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity.

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This artistic ensemble reproduces the apparition of the Virgin Mary and her retinue in the mystery of Elche. The three statues represent Mary, the Mother of God, María Jocobé and María Salomé cast in bronze and with a height between 155 and 157 cm without crowns.

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Location: Elche/Elx, el Baix Segura / La Vega Baja del Segura, Alicante, Spain

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