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1. Peñíscola Castle is one of the main Spanish bastions of Templar origin, with spectacular views of the Mediterranean Sea, where Benedict XIII, the so-called Pope Luna, remained faithful to his principles and did not want to give up his privileges. Its beauty surrounded by the Mediterranean Sea stands out.
2. The Templar Castle of Ponferrada, with its moat, battlements and towers of this spectacular fortress Located on the banks of the Sil River, they take us directly to the Middle Ages. EIts interior can almost be felt the spirit of the Templar order. To check the current offer, you can browse the collection of the armory of the temple: swords, daggers and templar banners.
4. The Castles of Jerez de los Caballeros: In the province of Badajoz is this Templar castle, one of the most amazing in Spain. It became part of the Order of the Temple in the 13th century, when King Alfonso IX was able to defeat the Muslims and reconquer this area of Extremadura.
5. Monzón Castle: The kingdom of Aragon also welcomed the knights of the Templar Order. The future King James I “The Conqueror” was educated in this castle. The fortress also houses an interpretation center dedicated to the Temple, to learn about the history of the order. Monzón hosted sessions of the Cortes of Aragon at various times. To check the current offer, you can browse the collection of templar swords.
6. The Church of San Juan, in Castrojeriz (Burgos): It is one of the most impressive Romanesque-style Templar monuments in Spain, closely linked to the Order.
7. The Castle of Caravaca de la Cruz: The Castilian king Alfonso Since then, this fortress, one of the most beautiful in the Region of Murcia, has been the subject of a multitude of mysteries, legends and enigmas that can only be known when one enters this impregnable bastion.
8. Tortosa Castle: Current National Tourism Parador of Tortosa, located in the old Zuda castle: a fortification that belonged to the order of the Knights of the Temple.
9. The Church of Santa María de Eunate: One of the main Romanesque jewels of the Foral Community of Navarra, it constitutes one of the Most notable Templar monuments in the region.
10. The Castle of San Servando, in Toledo: Fortress of Templar origin which currently houses a youth hostel. Although the slope to San Servando is steep, it is worth going up to the castle. Under its towers you can see one of the most beautiful views of Toledo, with the iconic Alcázar in the background.
