Castles
Stones with legends to tell
Wall and castle of Soria
The origin of the castle of Soria would have to be looked for in a defensive construction or Muslim watchtower of the 9th century that later passed into Christian hands, modifying and expanding in the 12th century. Located in what is now the Castle Park, a wide hill with a piled-in summit and a strong strategic character that offers magnificent views of the city and the surroundings of the Douro River.
The wall of Soria is one of the largest in medieval Spain, with a length of 4,100 m and had eight gates. It was built of masonry except for corner reinforcements, in which ashlars were used. Its layout was following the line of summits of the hills of Mirón and the Castle.
During the War of Independence, General José Joaquín Durán ordered the demolition of most of the city's defenses, so there are few vestiges that have survived to this day, some remains of the castle tower and some canvas from the Wall.
Historical Data
- Architecture:
- Civil engineering
- Construction:
- Castle / Fortress / Watchtower
Address
Parque del Castillo, Calle Fortún López, s/n. Soria. 42005 Soria.
Telephone: 975 222 764 (Oficina municipal de turismo)
Website: http://www.turismosoria.es/que-ver/monumentos/murallas-medievales/
Website: http://www.turismosoria.es/que-ver/monumentos/castillo-medieval/
More information
Oficina de Turismo of Soria
C/ Nuestra Señora del Puente, s/n. Soria. 42004 Soria.
Teléfono: 975 211 492
Email: crv@turismodesoria.org
Oficina de Turismo of Soria
Plaza Mariano Granados, 1. Soria. 42001 Soria.
Teléfono: 975 222 764 / 975 229 718
Email: turismo@soria.es
Oficina de Turismo Regional of Soria
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