Digital Documentation as a tool for enhancing the value of dispersed defensive architecture in the Valencian geography

Abstract

[ES] The small towns in the inland regions of Castellón boast a rich architectural heritage and remarkable natural surroundings. Much of this heritage is scattered throughout the Castellón mountains as a tangible witness to the Spanish Civil War. These are kilometres of trenches and countless defensive elements that traverse this landscape, seamlessly integrated as part of its history. This architecture has been gradually rescued from oblivion since it was included as part of the historical and cultural heritage in Valencian legislation in 2017. Its constructions hold significant value not only as part of our historical memory but also from the perspective of military architecture. Therefore, their formal and constructive analysis provides indispensable information for their comprehensive understanding, conservation, and transformation into a tourist resource. This paper presents the results of studies conducted in the inland municipalities of Castellón through which the XYZ defensive line runs, traversing the province from east to west. In addition to compiling the necessary documentation of this heritage, the aim is to provide the small towns where it is located with tools to leverage this heritage to boost cultural tourism.