Hello ladies and gents this is the CASTELL you that today we are talking about
Castell de Montsoriu
Situated in the stunning natural landscape of the Montseny massif is what some have deemed the greatest Gothic castle in Catalunya. A visit to Castell de Montsoriu gives you the chance to journey back in time to the 14th century when, thanks to its unbeatable vantage point at the top of a 600-meter-high hill, the castle became the military headquarters of the viscounts of the House of Cabrera during a period when the dynasty was one of the most powerful in the region. With a guide, learn firsthand what military and civilian life was like in one of the most impressive fortresses of the Crown of Aragon.
There are a number of legends associated with Montsoriu Castle. It’s said that at exactly midnight, the Red Lady of the castle peeks her unkempt head out of the top of the tower. In her right hand she carries a burning lamp, and in her left hand, a hunting horn.
After she blows the horn three times, her call is answered and a little while later a knight dressed in black appears, riding a horse of fire. He climbs up the tower, whisks the Red Lady onto his horse, and they disappear into the darkness of the night.
It’s also believed that outside the castle walls, three snakes live in one of the caves of Montsoriu. Each snake carries a diamond in its mouth, which they only set down when drinking from the nearby spring. The lucky individual who can snatch one away at this precise moment would be richer than he or she ever imagined.
And as always have a chilled day from the Viking.
Comments
Post a Comment