La Torre Pelagalls is situated in the district of Queralt, an area considered the centre of the natural region of the Baixa Segarra. This beautiful area is steeped in history, with the main monuments, such as the Castell dels Comtes, acting as a cultural and social centre and revealing architectural styles like Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque. Within the old town, the Church of Santa Maria is a magnificent example of the Catalan Gothic style, featuring a distinctive bell tower and interior altarpiece. Nearby is Cal Jaume Punto, a drugstore and confectionary store dating back to 1848, which was closed in 1960 only to reopen in 2017 to welcome visitors. The store retains not only its original light, windows and furnishings but also all of the products and materials - it's a definite must-see attraction for history lovers.
Other historical attractions of the city include the monumental fountains that date back to 1614, as well as the old laundries, which are situated at the birthplace of the Gaia River. From here, guests can enjoy the well-known Route of the Mills, a route which reveals elements essential to the use of water in the region, including the lock, aqueduct, flour mills and ice wells.
La Torre Pelagalls is situated 40 minutes from Lleida, a city whose history dates all the way back to the 4th century BC. In the 13th century, construction of the Seu Vella de Lleida Cathedral began on the site of a former mosque and today stands as a symbol of the city - visible from wherever you happen to be. Strolling around the old city, visitors will see buildings dating from the modernist era, as well as the Palace of La Paeria, which today serves as home to the city council, and from here take a stroll along the river bank in La Mitjana Park - the jewel in Lleida's ecological crown. This amazing water park was declared an Area of Natural Interest in 1979 and features a unique microclimate that features leafy river woodland and flora, including water lilies, yellow irises and bullrushes.
Roughly an hour and a half driving from this property, guests can also enjoy what the city of Barcelona has to offer! Why not pair up your stay at La Torre Pelgalls with a couple of nights in once of our Barcelona apartments? Get in touch with us today to enquire about renting both...
