Castell de Montornés

Medieval castle of Muslim origin linked to the Banu Qasi lineage, one of the most important Arab fiefdoms in the area before the Reconquista. It was taken by James I in 1233 and transferred in 1242, remaining today in ruins on the site of Montornés. It was one of the most important Arab fiefdoms in the territory before the Reconquista (https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Benicasim). Besieged and taken by James I the Conqueror in 1233 (https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Benicasim). Donated by James I in 1242 to his notary Pedro Sanz and inhabited until the end of the 15th century (https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Benicasim). It is located in Voltants de Montornés, Benicàssim.

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