Lanzada Castle Ruins

A Lanzada, Spain

Lanzada Castle dates from the c. 960 AD and it was built to the grounds of Phoenician or Roman lighthouse. The castle was built to protect the area against Viking and Norman raids and later for Moorish pirates. It was conquered by Irmandiño revolts and destroyed in 1467. Today one hermit and and part of the keep remains.

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Founded: c. 960 AD
Category: Castles and fortifications in Spain

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