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Templars Castle of Ponferrada: Medieval Fortress and Templar Legacy
Avenida del Castillo, s/n, 24401 Ponferrada, León, Spain6:340 listens
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Explore the history of the Templars Castle of Ponferrada, a magnificent 12th-century fortress built by the Knights Templar on a strategic hill at the confluence of the Boeza and Sil rivers. This medieval stronghold not only served as a defensive bastion along the Camino de Santiago but also houses the world's largest Templar library, containing an impressive collection of 1,380 volumes that preserve the legacy of the legendary order.
Templars Castle of Ponferrada: Medieval Fortress and Templar Legacy
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Avenida del Castillo, s/n, 24401 Ponferrada, León, Spain
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