El Castell del Boi (Vistabella del Maestrat, Castelló)

Résumé

The results obtained from the archaeological and historical studies carried out in Castell del Boi are presented on the frame of a Special Protection Plan by the Vistabella del Maestrat town hall. It has been found that this fortification was erecte dat a time yet to be determined between the 11th and 12th centúries, and it was occupied until the early 15th century. Moreover, the place also seems to have been inhabited during the Iron Age. Observation of the Surface and the cartography generated has allowed us to differentiate three spaces or sectors whose function could be related to the model of the Andalusian tripartite fortifications: town, albacara and citadel. The study of the historical documentation has made it possible to link the fortification with the Crown of Aragon after its conquest, although in 1045 it became part of the town of Vistabella, owned by the military order of Santa María de Montesa.