SPAIN ~ Montesquieu Castle - Osona - Catalonia ~

... Nice medieval castle view built high among green hills and valleys stretching for miles and offers fabulous views from each window... this castle is the central element of the 546 acres park that bears its name... in the park around it are two walking routes... it is open to the public, and in the summer many cultural events are held here... on the main floor of the castle and on the top floor there are various multipurpose rooms and attics for meetings or seminars... Thanks a lot Josep&Assumpta! (✿◠‿◠) 

                                                                  Photo: Eugeni Ordeig

Montesquieu Castle first appeared in documents dating back to 1285, when it was part of a defensive triangle that included the medieval castles of Besor and Saderra. The transformation from the defensive complex to the Montesquieu castle took place in the 14thC when the regional governor moved here from Besora.

Over the next few centuries, the castle underwent several structural changes.  The Provincial Council of Barcelona acquired the castle in 1976.

 

Stamp:

EUROPA Stamps - Ancient Postal Routes 

(Issued 14-05-2020)