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Architect (s) Saúl de Arnedo, Juan D'Espernou, other unknown. The Palace of the Kings of Navarre of Olite or Royal Palace of Olite is a castle-palace in the town of Olite, in Navarre, Spain. It was one of the seats of the Court of the Kingdom of Navarre, since the reign of Charles III "the Noble" until its conquest by Castile (1512).
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- Roman rule, Navarrese rule.
- Merindad de Olite, Navarre
A National Monument since 1925, the former court of the Kings of Navarre was set up in Olite, in one of the most luxurious medieval castles in Europe. It was built over a 13th century fortress that in turn was erected over Roman remains. Its peculiar configuration shows the influence of French architecture and Mudejar decoration.
Advertisement. Of course the star attraction in Olite is the new palace, the Palace of the Kings of Navarre, also known as Olite Castle. In the 15th century Charles III decided to build a new palace next to the old one and this became one of his official residences. The Palace complex with its high walls, towers and moats was considered one of ...
Olite-Erriberri. The castle-palace of Olite was the residence of the kings and queens of the kingdom of Navarre until its union with Castile in the 16th century. It was declared a National Monument in 1925. During the 13th-15th centuries it underwent several transformations, although the most important developments took place at the time of ...
Visiting the castle of Olite is entering one of the most representative enclaves of the Middle Zone of Navarra. In fact, the set occupies a third of the surface of the medieval center of the municipality. The palace is an indispensable part of Olite's life. It is the venue, for example, of the Theater Festival that is held every summer and an ...
Sep 23, 2021 · A palace that served as inspiration for Bécquer. The Royal Palace of Olite is one of the most important medieval monuments in Spain and the most visited in Navarre. Although it is popularly known as a castle, the truth is that it is a palace, as it was built for courtly rather than military purposes. Such is the fantasy evoked by this ...
So if you do go to Olite this is hat there is to see: SANTA MARIA - A church fit for kings. Stunning exterior and interior, a 13 century church that was attached to the royal palace used by the kings of Navarre. €1.5 entry fee, I left a donation too as was so touched by the beauty of the church.
