Nucli antic d'Horta de Sant Joan

The old town stretches across three sectors on a hilltop at 545 meters elevation, featuring concentric streets that spiral up to the former castle location.

The defensive walls surrounding the town center were constructed during the reign of King Peter IV of Aragon in the 14th century.

The architecture combines Gothic elements from the 14th-15th centuries with Renaissance buildings from the 16th-17th centuries, including the parish church.

The historical center contains multiple stone-carved doorways, worked cornices, and narrow streets that connect to the main square, Plaça de l'Ajuntament.

Pablo Picasso spent two periods in this town, finding inspiration in its medieval architecture and landscapes for his artistic creations.

Location: Horta de Sant Joan

Architectural style: Gothic architecture, Renaissance architecture

Elevation above the sea: 545 m

GPS coordinates: 40.95408,0.31670

Latest update: March 3, 2025 21:41