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Castle of Velasco
Spain, Spain
Castle of Velasco, also known as Castillo de los Velasco, is a restored 14th-century medieval fortress located in Lezana de Mena within Valle de Mena, Burgos province, Castilla y León, Spain.
Built around 1350 as part of a dowry for María Alonso de Porras's marriage to Diego Sánchez de Velasco—nephew of Castile's Constable—it features a robust tower, 15th-century barbican, and well-preserved defensive elements, making it one of Burgos's most significant castles due to its size and condition.
Privately owned and classified as a site of cultural interest since 1949, it stands in the scenic Mena Valley, offering a glimpse into Castile's feudal era amid modern UNESCO-recognized surroundings.
Location
Ctra. Lezana, 51, 09589 Lezana de Mena, Burgos, Spain
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