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Originally a Roman fortress in a strategic location, the fortress is both a castle and a palace, although it was originally built as a court building to fulfil a military function. Since the 13th century, the Castle of Olite has been called the Palace of the King of Navarre.

The castle palace of Olite served as the residence of the kings of Navarre until the union of Navarre with Castile in the 16th century. The complex has been a listed monument since 1925.

Read by In the mood to travel: “Giant stone egg open. What looks like Obelix's menhir served as the palace's refrigerator more than half a millennium ago. During the winter, ice and snow were collected in the eight meter deep excavation inside, pressed and covered with straw as insulating material. The snow masses remained frozen until summer. This preservation option was of enormous value in medieval times. Especially if historical documents are to be believed, according to which no fewer than 120 chickens, 2 calves, 10 piglets, 10 rabbits, 15 pounds of bacon and 3 hams fell victim to a royal court feast.”

One of the most beautiful castles I have ever visited.

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One of the most beautiful and best preserved medieval towns in Navarra. Highlights include its famous "siege of Artajona", the church of San Saturnino, the basilica of Our Lady of Jerusalem and, on the outskirts of the town, the renowned Dolmens of Artajona. A town that has a lot to offer and is worth visiting.

It is undoubtedly one of the most imposing and wonderful castles in all of Spain and one of the most luxurious in Europe. The Royal Palace was declared a National Monument in 1925 and its history dates back to the ancient court of the Kings of Navarre who built this magnificent castle in the 13th century on some Roman architectural remains. You can distinguish a French and Mudejar influence in its architecture and decoration, the responsibility of King Carlos III back in the 15th century who turned it into the palace that is seen today with a majestic Gothic style. The castle can be visited and is one of the busiest and most popular in Navarre. I suggest you check the official website to plan your visit, which can be guided, so you won't miss any detail of this dream place! https://tickets.palaciorealolite.com/es/909-palacio-real-de-olite?_adin=11344788580

These remains of a medieval fortress are also known as Cuarto de los Moros and have not only been used for defense in the ancient crusades, but were also reused during the Carlist wars of the 19th century. From up here there are also beautiful views of the town and the valley of the river Arga.