Castle of Soutomaior
Soutomaior Castle (Galician: Castelo de Soutomaior) is a medieval castle located in the municipality of the same name in Galicia, Spain. It is situated about 119 metres above sea level on the top of Mount Viso.
| Soutomaior Castle | |
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Castelo de Soutomaior Castillo de Soutomayor | |
| Soutomaior, Pontevedra, Galicia, Spain | |
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  Soutomaior Castle | |
| Coordinates | 42.3295°N 8.5683°W |
| Type | Castle |
| Site information | |
| Owner | Concello de Soutomaior |
| Operator | Diputación de Pontevedra |
| Open to the public | Yes |
| Condition | Restored |
| Site history | |
| Built | 12th century |
| Materials | Stone |
| Battles/wars | Irmandiño revolt |
Built in the 12th century by Pedro Álvarez de Soutomaior it is one of the most important castles in Southern Galicia.[1]
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