The Enchanted Capon of Vilalba: A Curse Unbroken

📍 Vilalba, Lugo

The Castle's Secret Vilalba Tower stands as a solitary sentinel amidst the verdant landscapes of Galicia, its octagonal silhouette cutting a noble figure against the horizon. Modern-day visitors to this medieval fortress are greeted by this towering structure, which rises singularly above the quaint town of Vilalba, famously known for its exquisite capons. Yet, beneath the charm of this Galician jewel lies a tale that has echoed through the cobblestone streets for centuries, a legend as persistent as the mist that rolls down from the distant mountains. Constructed in the 15th century, the Vilalba Tower was initially a strategic stronghold for the Andrade family, a powerful Galician lineage entwined with the regional politics of its time. It served not only as a bastion against invading fo…

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