Travel Spain - Visiting Loarre Castle
Take a tour of Loarre Castle in Spain -- part of the World's Greatest Attractions travel video series by GeoBeats.
Primarily constructed in the 11th and 12th centuries the strategically significant Loarre castle stands on the once border of the Christian and Muslim worlds.
The constructions outer walls and eight towers date from the 13th and 14th centuries, and during the 20th century extensive repairs were made to both the castles interior and exterior.
Two towers and the chapel of the castle have survived their almost millennium long history and today are fortified by the later built walls.
The five story Homage Tower was the buildings prime means of defense and was connected to the other tower by a bridge.
The Tower of the Queen stands three stories tall and is the elaborate of the two; the arched windows, exaggerated columns, and the elegant crowns of the pillars make this tower a sublime work of art.
This imposing and immense fortress transport visitors to a time of ancient medieval warfare and the constant threat of attack.
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Trvel Spain - Visiting Manzanares El Real Castle
Take a tour of Manzanares El Real Castle in Spain -- part of the World's Greatest Attractions travel video series by GeoBeats.
The Manzanares El Real Castle, outside of Madrid, Spain is a beautiful example of a well-preserved medieval fortress.
Despite dating to the fifteenth century, this Renaissance style structure is still prominent and well-defined.
During a reconstruction, elements of Gothic, Moorish, and Mudejar architecture were added, making this one of Spain's premier castles.
The castle's thick walls and towers made it a formidable stronghold.
The castle rises in layers from the outer walls to the crown towers.
The interior of the El Real Castle contains many artifacts of ancient medieval life, such as furniture, armor, and tapestries.
Historic Town of Trujillo - Spain Travel Guide
Take a tour of Historic Trujillo in Spain -- part of the World's Greatest Attractions travel video series by GeoBeats.
Trujillo, Spain is a wonderful city located in the Extremadura region of the country.
The complex, long, and rich history of this city makes it a glorious and educational destination.
The famous conqueror of Peru, Francisco Pizarro, called this ancient city home.
Trujillo began in Prehistoric times and later, was part of the Roman Empire.
The Visigoths then settled here, before being conquered by the Moors in the 8th century.
Later, Christians eradicated the Muslim population in Trujillo and it became part of the Kingdom of Spain.
The town has many captivating sights that reflect this rich heritage, including a castle.
Travel Spain - Visiting the Walled Town of Cuenca
Take a tour of Walled Town of Cuenca in Spain -- part of the World's Greatest Attractions series by GeoBeats.
The ancient walled city of Cuenca is perched upon the rocks above two deep gorges.
This excellent defensive position was recognized by the invading Moors, who built the city after 714.
The city traded hands between the Spanish Christians and the Moors several times until 1177.
Now the city is famous for awesome structures such as the Hanging Houses of Cuenca.
The city also contains a castle, a convent, the Mangana Tower, and many churches.
The most famous of these is the Cuenca Cathedral, built in the Anglo-Norman style.
The view alone from St. Paul's Bridge at night is worth a trip to Cuenca.
Travel Spain - Touring Olite Castle
Take a tour of Olite Castle in Spain -- part of the World's Greatest Attractions travel video series by GeoBeats.
Olite Castle, an expansive fortress in northern Spain was built periodically between the 13th and 15th centuries.
This enormous edifice with its shining silvery spires and high turreted walls is a stunning fortress among the brush scenery.
The disjointed Gothic design of this castle turned palace is due to its intermittent building, over the two centuries in which it was constructed, each king added to the structure.
It was Charles the Third who finally finished the construction in the 15th century with the addition of high walls with towers, moats, and gardens.
Soon after, this grand palace was abandoned and forgotten, and it remained so until the 20th century when a reconstruction effort began.
The interior decorative features were lost due to neglect, but many of the original exterior stone-work was salvaged.
This fairy-tale castle will mesmerize and enchant; its age, fortitude, sheer size, and grand splendor creates a truly awe-inspiring experience.
Travel Spain - Exploring the Hermitage of El Rocio
Take a tour of Hermitage of El Rocio in El Rocio, Spain -- part of the World's Greatest Attractions travel video series by GeoBeats.
In the quiet village of El Rocio in Andalusia Spain is a newly constructed hermitage built on a sacred location.
The area was deemed an official hermitage site around 1270 by King Alfonso the Wise in honor of the Virgin Mary.
The elaborate cross topping this pristine structure comes from the 17th century and previously belonged to the revered Barrio Santacruz.
The gleaming white structure was constructed in the mid 20th century by two Spanish architects over two decades.
Millions of pilgrims flock to the hermitage on the second day of the Pentecost, a seven week celebration after Easter Sunday.
Most people come from far away to celebrate El Rocio and camp among the crowded streets.
When the annual pilgrimage occurs, the city comes to life with magnificent, ethereal decorations, singing, and dancing.
Spain Travel Guide - Exploring the Hilltop Town of Morella
Take a tour of Spanish Town of Morella in Morella, Spain -- part of the World's Greatest Attractions travel video series by GeoBeats.
A haven in the Castellon province of Spain is the picturesque hilltop town of Morella.
Morella has been ruled by various cultures, countries and kingdoms, a characteristic which has had a marked influence in the town's architecture.
The Archpriest Church of Santa Maria, which has been noted for its beautiful choir, is a stunning Gothic piece of art.
Being situated on an elevated height, the pathways and streets all around the town are quiet steep.
With its 2 and a half kilometer long wall and being settled on a hilltop, it has been a highly desired position during battles and war.
Due to its charming historic and artistic personality, the town has become a celebrated destination.
With its strong defenses, strategic position, and towering height, Morella radiates majestically.
Spain Travel Guide - Visit the Coca Castle
Take a tour of Coca Castle in Spain -- part of the World's Greatest Attractions travel video series by GeoBeats.
In the pine covered forests of Segovia lies the magnificent Coca Castle.
This medieval fortress was built in the fifteenth century by the extravagant Alonso de Fonseca, the Archbishop of Seville.
The castle is known for both its tactical military brilliance and beautiful interior design.
The quintessence of Mudéjar design, Coca Castle is a fusion of Christian and Muslim architecture.
Today this former military fortress is used as a school for foresters.
Equally glorious now as it was in medieval days, Coca Castle boasts power and elegance.