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Hundreds Attend Valencia’s Convento Santo Domingo Open Day for Armed Forces Day

Visitors toured the historic military headquarters and watched demonstrations before an evening tribute to fallen soldiers

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Overview

  • Valencia’s Convento Santo Domingo, home to the High Availability Land Headquarters, opened to the public on May 31 for Armed Forces Day celebrations.
  • Guided tours drew hundreds through the former Capitanía General complex at Plaza Tetuán.
  • The Military Police staged dog handling exhibitions and displayed a range of equipment alongside children’s workshops.
  • Historic reenactments by the Asociación de Amigos del Museo Militar de Valencia showcased period uniforms and tactics.
  • The day closed at 8 PM with a flag-lowering ceremony and prayer bugle call honoring those who gave their lives.