Whispers of the Capon Keeper: The Fabled Secret of Vilalba Tower
📍 Vilalba, Lugo
The Castle's Secret In the heart of Galicia, among the lush rolling hills and amidst the spirited town of Vilalba, stands the towering monument that is Vilalba Tower, a stubborn echo of a bygone era. As the morning mist weaves around its octagonal form, it speaks to those who listen, yielding hints of age-old secrets and tales untold. Built in the 15th century, this medieval tower has come to symbolize the resilient spirit of the region, resembling Ireland’s ancient round towers with its uniquely Galician flavor. Vilalba is famous for its capons, a heritage intertwined with the town's identity, perhaps as much as the tower itself. Local merchants often tell tales by its stone, curiously noting how the taste of their well-favored capons aligns with the legends of old. Legend has it that be…