A forgotten treasure in Dos Aguas: the 12th-century Vilaragut Tower

A forgotten treasure in Dos Aguas: the 12th-century Vilaragut Tower

Stepping off the main road in the historic Spanish village of Dos Aguas, visitors will find a hidden treasure that has survived the test of time: the 12th-century Torre de Vilaragut, known as the Castle of the Moriscos. Discover its forgotten history.

In the heart of Dos Aguas, a small Spanish village in the Hoya de Buñol comarca, stands a hidden gem that time seems to have forgotten: the 12th-century Torre de Vilaragut, or Castle of the Moriscos. This fortified tower, also called the Castillo de los Moros, is the last remnant of a once-great fortress donated by Jaime I of Aragón to Ato de Foces on May 18, 1256, in Tarazona. The Torre de Vilaragut takes its name from one of its owners, who held property there towards the end of the 14th century. Although periods of depopulation have left the area with just a handful of inhabitants, the Castle of Dos Aguas remains a significant landmark in the village. Today, visitors can explore the tower and its surrounding structures, offering a glimpse into the area's history and architecture.

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Written by Nik Frost

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