Culla Restores Bells of San Roque and San Cristóbal Hermitages

The project, funded by the 2026 Restaura Plan, aims to restore the functionality and heritage value of the bells.

Generic image of old bells in a stone belfry, with sunbeams illuminating dust motes.
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Generic image of old bells in a stone belfry, with sunbeams illuminating dust motes.

The Culla City Council has completed the restoration of the bells at the San Roque and San Cristóbal hermitages, an initiative part of the Restaura Plan 2026 by the Conselleria d'Educació, Cultura i Universitats (Regional Ministry of Education, Culture, and Universities).

The primary goal of this project was to restore the functionality of these heritage elements and ensure their preservation, respecting their historical value. The work was carried out following heritage conservation principles.
The intervention involved the controlled dismantling of the bells and their transfer to the workshop of the Restoration Center of the Santa María de Albarracín Foundation. There, specialized cleaning was performed to remove accumulated deposits, treatments were applied to eliminate rust and protect the metal components, and clappers were restored or replaced as needed. Support systems and wooden yokes were also inspected to ensure safety and proper operation.
Once the restoration work was finished, the bells were reinstalled and adjusted to optimal working conditions. Through this initiative, the Culla City Council reaffirms its commitment to preserving and enhancing the municipality's historical and cultural heritage.
Based on information from the official source: Ajuntament de Culla (10/11/2026)