Looking for the best castles in Barcelona, Spain? Look no further ... This castle has played a significant role in Catalonia’s history, notably during the War of the Spanish Succession.

The castle started out as a single watchtower that was occupied by a sailor looking out for enemy ships. During the Revolt of Catalonia during ... Francisco Franco, Spain's dictator from 1939 ...

While researching women’s roles in medieval Catalonia, Castell was perusing an archive in a castle in Sort when he ... the Spanish Inquisition and the King of Spain extended their power to ...

Known as “Manchester of Catalonia” due to its industrial past, Sabadell is a city in the Catalonia region of northeastern Spain ... under the control of the Castle of Arahona.

When Spain is mentioned ... arched bridges and impressive castle, Besalú is an off-the-beaten-track destination in Catalonia. Visit the historic Jewish quarter, see the Romanesque church of ...