Castle of Murol
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The first castle was built on a basalt outcrop in the 12th century to provide surveillance over several roads. It was reinforced in the 14th century by Guillaume de Sam, who built the keep, a second chapel and the eastern buildings.
The castle has been developed as an important tourist site in recent years. The tours are designed to give a genuine view of life in a medieval castle. Displays of medieval martial arts are given in the lower courtyard.
The castle has been developed as an important tourist site in recent years. The tours are designed to give a genuine view of life in a medieval castle. Displays of medieval martial arts are given in the lower courtyard.
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