Torres de Mens, Malpica
Rebuilding of a medieval fortress on the site of a Celtic castrum and Roman castellum after years of decay leaving ruins. The remaining stone walls and spread parts were gathered to put them back to original places, lost pieces were reproduced following old techniques. On the ...
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Project details
Title: | Torres de Mens, Malpica |
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Entr. year: | 1993 |
Result: | Diploma |
Country: | Spain |
Town: | Mens, La Coruña (Galicia) |
Category type: | architectural heritage |
Building type/ Project type: | Military/Defence/Fortified building/system |
Former use: | Fortress |
Actual use: | Private residence |
Built: | 15th century |
The Jury's citation: | "For the extensive and careful restoration of the medieval 'Tones de Mens' castle which had almest fallen into ruin" |
GPS: | 43º17'49.9"N 8º51'52.9"W |
Web, Links: | www.turismo.gal/recurso?cod_rec=25408 |
Description:
Rebuilding of a medieval fortress on the site of a Celtic castrum and Roman castellum after years of decay leaving ruins. The remaining stone walls and spread parts were gathered to put them back to original places, lost pieces were reproduced following old techniques. On the east side the rampart had to be completely reconstructed. Remaining timberwork was the example for the rebuilding of timber constructions for roofs. Reconstruction of the three towers and chimneys, all interior walls. Modern systems for electricity, heating and water were installed.
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