Montblanc’s Medieval Week has now drawn to a close. I popped over at lunchtime this weekend and left before evening; although I missed the evening’s main event, the immersive atmosphere during the day was impressive enough.
I’ve put together some background information on this ancient town and the highlights of the event for anyone interested:
### 🏰 Montblanc: The setting of the legend of Saint George
Many people know that on Saint George’s Day (Sant Jordi) it is customary to give roses and books, but they may not realise that the Catalan legend of Saint George slaying the dragon and presenting a red rose to the princess is set in Montblanc.
* **Historic Significance**: It is one of the best-preserved walled towns in Catalonia, with **1.5 kilometres** of surviving city walls and **over 30** massive defensive towers.
* **Historical Heritage**: In the 14th century, it was the seventh-largest city in the Principality of Catalonia and even hosted the Catalan Parliament on several occasions.