Monzón Castle, Medieval castle and former Templar commandry in Monzón, Spain.
The fortress stands at 370 meters above sea level, featuring five Templar buildings surrounded by a walled enclosure from the 17th century.
The Knights Templar received the Moorish fortress in 1143, transforming it into a military complex with additional structures including towers and dormitories.
King James I of Aragon spent his childhood years in this castle under the guidance of Templar knights during the early 13th century.
The castle includes a chapter house measuring 35 by 12 meters, containing a water cistern and various military facilities from different periods.
The castle incorporates a 10th-century Moorish tower that served as the commander's residence, alongside a Romanesque chapel within its architectural layout.
Location: Monzón
Inception: 10 century
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture, Islamic architecture
GPS coordinates: 41.90910,0.19163
Latest update: May 14, 2025 15:01
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