Casa de los Belsas, Fuentespalda
Discover one of the most stately manor houses in the Matarraña region, a witness to the history of an influential local family.
A noble legacy in the heart of the Matarraña region
The Casa de los Belsas in Fuentespalda stands as an imposing three-storey building, distinguished as one of the most stately and significant structures in the village. This majestic manor house is intrinsically linked to the influential Belsas family, a noble lineage with deep historical roots and notable possessions in the region, particularly in the municipalities of Fuentespalda and Monroyo.
Although privately owned and not the seat of the town council, the Casa de los Belsas shares distinctive architectural features with some town halls in the comarca, such as those of Valderrobres or Torre del Compte. These elements are emblematic of the Aragonese Renaissance style and are reflected in its robust multi-storey structure, the elegant upper Aragonese gallery and the characteristic eaves that crown it.
What year was the Casa de los Belsas built?
This impressive Renaissance manor house was built in 1546. This date, along with the coat of arms of Joan Pastor, is carved into the keystone of the main doorway, commemorating the noble origins of this architectural gem of Fuentespalda.
Renaissance architectural details of the Matarraña region
The construction of the Casa de los Belsas dates to the mid-16th century, a chronology that coincides with that of other important Renaissance buildings in the Matarraña region. Its design, with a three-storey layout and an upper gallery crowned by eaves, is a clear example of the architectural style of the period, binding its history and lineage to the noble tradition of the comarca.
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