Naraío Castle, Medieval castle ruins in Narón, Spain.
Naraío Castle is a medieval fortress ruin in Narón with three defensive walls arranged around a central tower that rises above the Castro River valley. The structure spreads across a hilltop location with multiple levels and open sections where interior divisions were once clearly marked.
The fortress was built during the 12th century to defend this hillside territory. In the 14th century it became central to regional power struggles among Galician nobility during periods of civil unrest and territorial disputes.
The name reflects the hilltop location where the fortress was strategically placed. Travelers walking through the ruins can sense how the site served as both a power center and a refuge for those who lived here.
The site is reachable via marked walking trails starting from the eastern parking area. Visit during dry weather to safely navigate the uneven stone pathways and enjoy clearer views from the hilltop.
Beneath the visible ruins lies an underground water cistern network that once kept residents supplied during long sieges. This hidden engineering system reveals how carefully the fortress was designed to withstand extended periods of isolation.
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