The expression "Spanish castle" first appeared in the French "châteaux en espagne", which was used to denote a beautiful untouchable utopia.
The following small editor for everyone to present the 20 most beautiful castles selected by the Western media, whether you want a fairy tale dream, a knight's dream or a utopian dream, there is always one worth seeing for yourself.
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1. Coca Castle
coca castle
Located in the province of Segovia, Coca Castle is in the Gothic-Mudha style, in addition to the four towers that overlook the distance, luxurious defense facilities are also a major attraction, at the same time, Coca Castle provides a full guided tour service, convenient for tourists from all over the world to visit.
2. Golmaz Castle
gormaz Castle
Located on the summit near the village of Gormaz in the province of Soria, 16 km from el burgo de osma, this castle has been abandoned for many years and can be visited (explored) and of course safety.
3 Motta Castle
castle of la mota
Located in the town of Medina del Campo in the castilla y león region, in the province of Valladolid. The origin is unknown, but it has undergone several restorations, including the strengthening of the tower and the city walls by the Catholic Duowang. This castle is guided.
4. Monterey Castle
monterey castle
One of the largest castles in the Galicia region, rebuilt in the 12th century, under the verín, two kilometers from ourense. Some of these areas have been converted into parador hotels in Spain, and if you like them, you can also stay in Oh~
5. Rodrigue City Castle
castle of ciudad rodrigo
Built in the 12th century and destroyed during the Spanish War of Independence, today it is one of the most successfully rebuilt castles, located in ciudad rodrigo in the province of Salamanca, and converted into the Parador Hotel in Spain.
6. Santa Catarina Castle
castle of Santa Catalina
Like the Alhambra, it is an Arabic-style building located in the province of Jaén in the Andalusian region and can be visited free of charge every Wednesday.
7. Bayona Castle
Bayonne
Located in the galicia region of Pontevedra, the three-kilometer-long defensive measures that have made the castle the center of the area since ancient times, were converted into the Parador de Spain in 1967.
8. Castle of Harlandia de la Villa
castle of jarandilla de la vera
Located in the territory of Cáceres in the extremadura region, Harlandia Jarandilla de la vera, also known as castillo de carlos v, was built in the 14th century and retains a two-story arcade and a gallery where Carlos V lived after his abdication. It has been converted into the Parador de Spain.
9. Oropesa Castle
castle of oropesa
The small town of Oropesa in the province of Toledo was built in the 12th century and converted into the Parador Hotel in Spain in 1920.
10. Peñiz Góra Castle
peñíscola castle
Peñíscol, also known as the "Castillo del Papa Luna" (another name for Pope Benedict XIII), in the province of Castellón in the Region of Valencia, was once an important military fortress that now offers guided tours facing the sea. It is worth mentioning that this castle is also one of the locations of the sixth season of "Game of Thrones".
11. Belleville Castle
bellver castle
Located in Palma de Mallorca, the capital of Mallorca, which can be accessed by tickets, it is the only castle in Europe with a circular structure, once a strategic fortress, and now more like a palace full of joy.
12. Pomferrada Castle
castle of ponferrada
This Roman-built castle is located in ponferrada, in the province of León, and across the suspension bridge to the entrance, you can see the historical traces left by the Knights Templar. Today, there is a library and occasional theatrical performances.
13. Belmont Castle
belmonte castle
The belmonte castle in the province of Cuenca, in the Gothic-Mudeha style, the most magnificent building in the la mancha region, named after Pedro I in 1360. Today it exists as a museum and event venue.
14. Sagunto Castle
castle of sagunto
It is a multicultural castle located in the ancient city of Sagunto in the province of Valencia. Romans, Visigoths, Arabs and Christians all lived here. It is now open to visitors.
15. Royal Manzanares Castle
castle of manzanares el real
Located in the small town of manzanares el real in the Madrid region, built in the 15th century, there is also a beautiful Gothic gallery that hosts theatrical performances on weekends and is available for visiting.
16. Almancil Castle
castle of almansa
The small town of Almansa in the province of Albacete is currently under renovation and is temporarily uninhabitable.
17. Atalaya Castle
watchtower castle
Villena, in the Valencia region of Alicante, was built in the 12th century and features a double wall that allows you to buy tickets at the local tourist information desk and is available every Saturday with commentary.
18. Montbertrand Castle
mombeltran castle
The small town of Mombeltrán in the castile-León region of Ávila, built in a fortified castle in the 15th century, is still privately owned, but call 659 27 24 08 to book a visit.
19. Abuquirk Castle
albuquerque castle
Also known as the "Castillo de Luna", the small town of Alburquerque in badajoz province can be visited by buying tickets from Tuesday to Sunday.
20. Cardona Castle
Cardona Castle
In the small town of Cardona in the province of Barcelona, the walls still retain the old appearance of the 13th century, except for the church and towers, the other parts have been converted into the Parador Hotel in Spain.
Come to Spain to find a castle and realize your utopian dreams!
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