The enigmatic chronicles: Unraveling Centelles' centuries-old palace

The enigmatic chronicles: Unraveling Centelles' centuries-old palace

Discover how Gilabert VII's Palau dels Comtes de Centelles in Centelles (Osona) was reborn as a cultural haven after centuries of restoration.

The **Palau dels Comtes de Centelles** in Centelles (Osona) is a testament to the rich history of the region. Construction of the palace began in 1415 by Gilabert VII, with additions and reconstructions led by Guillem Ramon II in the 1540s and Count Francesc Xavier de Blanes i Centelles-Carròs in the 1740s. The palace suffered significant damage during the War of the Spanish Succession but underwent extensive restoration and was inaugurated on 24th October 2025, with the President of the Diputació de Barcelona, Lluïsa Moret, and other dignitaries in attendance.

Sources: Wikipedia, OpenStreetMap, Wikidata, Wikimedia Commons

Written by Nicolo Ciampini

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