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Spain, province of Leon. Castle of Ponferrada
Spain, province of Leon. Castle of Ponferrada. Illustration by Letre. Engraving by Sierra, 19th century. Cronica General de Espana, Historia Ilustrada y Descriptiva de sus Provincias. Asturias and Leon, 1867. Date: 2018
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13th Battlement Battlements Castile Cronica Espana Fortification Fortress Historia Knights Leon Letre Order Region Sierra Templar Templars Turret Turrets Ponferrada
A3 (42 x 29.7cm) Poster Print
Transport yourself to the historic heart of Spain with our stunning Castle of Ponferrada poster print. This beautiful image, taken from the archives of Prisma Archivo Fotografico and sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the majestic castle nestled in the province of Leon. A captivating 19th-century engraving, originally published in the Cronica General de Espana, brings the rich history of this iconic landmark to life. Add an authentic touch to your decor with this evocative and intricately detailed poster print.
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Estimated Product Size is 42.6cm x 30.6cm (16.8" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Castle of Ponferrada, Province of Leon, Spain: A Journey Through Time The Castle of Ponferrada, located in the heart of the Province of Leon, Spain, stands as a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of the region. This magnificent fortress, illustrated by Letre and engraved by Sierra in the 19th century, is a prime example of the civil architecture of the Middle Aages in Castile and Leon. The Castle of Ponferrada was originally built in the 13th century, during the Reconquista, the long and arduous process by which Christian kingdoms reclaimed the Iberian Peninsula from Muslim rule. The Knights Templar, a prominent military order of the Middle Ages, played a significant role in its construction. The engraving, taken from the "Cronica General de Espana, Historia Ilustrada y Descriptiva de sus Provincias. Asturias y Leon," published in 1867, depicts the Castle's impressive battlements, turrets, and towers. The outside view shows the Castle's imposing presence, with people walking along the streets below, adding a sense of scale and life to the image. The Castle's fortifications were designed to protect against external threats, with thick walls, towers, and battlements providing a formidable defense. The Knights Templar, known for their military prowess and disciplined living, would have manned these walls, ensuring the safety of the people and the region. The Castle of Ponferrada remains an important symbol of the region's history and heritage, attracting visitors from around the world who come to explore its rich past. Today, it stands as a reminder of the Middle Ages, a time of knights, temples, and the courage and determination of those who shaped the history of Europe.
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