Peratallada, Medieval residential area in Forallac, Spain.
Peratallada is a medieval village with stone buildings, narrow streets, and sunlit squares marked by traditional wrought-iron balconies and wooden doors. The houses are tightly packed together, forming a maze of paths typical of compact medieval construction.
The fortified settlement was established in 1065 with three distinct wall sections protected by deep trenches carved directly into the bedrock. These defensive structures reflect its importance as a strategic medieval location.
The main square hosts seasonal food markets and historical demonstrations that keep connections with local farming and building traditions alive. Visitors can watch traditional crafts and old customs being practiced here.
The place is best explored on foot since the narrow alleys are difficult for cars to navigate and traffic is limited. The tourist office at Plaza del Castell provides information about parking locations, accessibility options, and guided tours through the old structures.
The moat near Portal de la Virgen is particularly deep and was carved directly from stone, showing impressive construction technique of the period. This archaeological feature is a rare example of medieval engineering still visible today.
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