Summary
Pena Godón's historical evolution mirrors that of monasteries and religious-military authorities, revealing their ties to nobility, agrarian exploitation systems, and peasant life impacts. This study deciphers how these dynamics shaped the landscape along the Camino Francés, particularly focusing on the history of hospitals and institutions in this forgotten settlement. By analyzing archival records and historical documentation, the research reconstructs Pena Godón's past, offering insights into its role as a crossroads of power, religion, and rural life during medieval times.
Citation
Valdés Blanco-Rajoy, R. (2016). O hospital medieval de Pena Godón, unha xanela ao pasado dun despoboado esquecido no Camiño Francés a Compostela. Madrygal. Revista de Estudios Gallegos, 19, 203–216. https://doi.org/10.5209/madr.53997