Peratallada

Welcome to Peratallada, a place whose very name tells the story of its origin. In Catalan, 'Pedra Tallada' means 'carved stone,' and as you look around, you will see why. …

We begin our exploration at the edge of the great moat, perhaps the most impressive defensive feature of Peratallada. Standing on the bridge, look down into the chasm; the sheer depth and the verticality of the sandstone walls…

Entering the heart of the village, we reach the Plaça del Castell, dominated by the majestic Keep, or 'Torre de l'Homenatge.' This is the architectural signature of Peratallada, a massive square tower dating from the eleventh to…

A short walk from the castle brings us to the Church of Sant Esteve, located just outside the main walled perimeter. This is a classic example of late Romanesque architecture, dating to the late twelfth and early thirteenth…

As we wander deeper into the village's narrowest lanes, we encounter one of Peratallada's most charming and mysterious features: the 'blue' window frames and doors. This specific shade of pale blue, which appears throughout the…

The Plaça de les Voltes is the village's social heart, a beautiful rectangular square lined with stone arches that once housed the town's markets and workshops. This is where the life of Peratallada congregates today, as it has…

In the quieter corners of Peratallada, you will find the workshops of modern artisans who carry on the village's tradition of craftsmanship. From potters and weavers to painters and jewelers, these creators are drawn to the…

As we prepare to cross back over the entrance bridge and leave the carved world of Peratallada behind, take a final look at the towering Keep and the deep, chiseled walls of the moat. This village is a rare survival, a place…