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History of la Torre d'En Besora

la Torre d'En Besora, in the Alt Maestrat, was formerly called Torre de Vinrabi and was settled in 1274 by Guillem de Besora, from whom it takes its name.

From Torre de Vinrabi to Torre d'En Besora

The place was formerly called Torre de Vinrabi and belonged to the castle of Culla when James I conquered the area (the source gives no date). It then passed to Guillem de Anglesola, who gave it to Guillem de Besora in 1269. He settled it in 1274.

Timeline

1269
Guillem de Anglesola gives the place to Guillem de Besora.
1274
Guillem de Besora settles it.

Text written by Zona Zero TV from public sources; early dates vary between authors. Sources: La Torre d'en Besora (Turisme Castelló). Checked on 3/11/2026.