Templars in Spain
The Templars, formerly known as the Poor Fellow-Soldiers of Christ and of the Temple of Solomon, were a significant force in Spain during the Middle Ages. They arrived in the Iberian Peninsula in the 12th century, where they established themselves as a key military and economic power.
Beyond the Templar Castle: 10 Surprising Things to Do in Ponferrada that Most Tourists Miss
Beneath the shadow of Ponferrada’s mighty Templar Castle lies a world waiting to be rediscovered. From medieval forges echoing with the clang of hammers to forgotten monasteries where silence speaks louder than words, this town holds surprises at every turn. Step…
Iglesia de la Vera Cruz, Segovia: The 12-Sided Mystery the Knights Templar built around the True Cross
The wind shifts outside Segovia’s walls, cooler, older—carrying secrets only stone remembers. On a solitary hill stands the Iglesia de la Vera Cruz, twelve-sided and silent, its Romanesque geometry guarding tales of Templars, relics, and riddles left unsolved. Step in quietly.…
