Foix Castle Model Kit

Description: Foix Castle Model Kit Product Details Product Dimensions: 14.57 x 2.76 x 10.24 inches Item Weight: 10.12 pounds Country of Origin: Spain Item model number: Aedes_1010 Manufacturer recommended age: 14 years and up Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No Manufacturer: Aedes Ars Foix castle Reproduction Kit Made from real ceramic pieces which simulate stone. Includes all the necessary materials to build a high quality model. Approximate number of pieces: 8250. Assembled Size: 15.7" X 19.7" X 16.3". Scale: 1/175 Located in Foix - France. Built in the X century. The monument and its history: The Chteau de Foix is a castle which dominates the town of Foix in the French department of Arige. An important tourist site, it is known as a centre of the Cathars. It has been listed in the XIX century as a monument historical by the French Ministry of Culture. Built on an older 7th century fortification, the castle is known from 987. In 1002, it was mentioned in the will of Roger I, Count of Carcassonne, who bequeathed the fortress to his youngest child, Bernard. In effect, the family ruling over the region were installed here which allowed them to control access to the upper Arige valley and to keep surveillance from this strategic point over the lower land, protected behind impregnable walls. In 1034, the castle became capital of the County of Foix and played a decisive role in mediaeval military history. During the two following centuries, the castle was home to Counts with shining personalities who became the soul of the Occitan resistance during the crusade against the Albigensians. The county became a privileged refuge for persecuted Cathars. The castle, often besieged (notably by Simon de Montfort in 1211 and 1212), resisted assault and was only taken once, in 1486, thanks to treachery during the war between two branches of the Foix family. From the 14th century, the Counts of Foix spent less and less time in the uncomfortable castle, preferring the Governors' Palace (Palais des gouverneurs). From 1479, the Counts of Foix became Kings of Navarre and the last of them, made Henri IV of France, annexed his Pyrenean lands to France. As seat of the Governor of the Foix region from the 15th century, the castle continued to ensure the defense of the area, notably during the Wars of Religion. Alone of all the castles in the region, it was exempted from the destruction orders of Richelieu (1632-1638). Until the Revolution, the fortress remained a garrison. Payment Back to Top We accept Paypal and All Major Credit Cards. Shipping & Handling Back to Top Item will be shipped FREE standard shipping in 1 business day after payment is received. Express Shipping services are available. Tracking number will be provided. Return Policy Back to Top Items can be returned for exchange or full refund within 30 days from the date you receive your merchandise. Please contact us before starting a return request, so we can resolve any issues and provide free returns if needed. Return shipping is the responsibility of buyer unless the return is a result of our mistake (i.e., your receive the wrong item). Contact Us Back to Top If you have any questions please contact us. We will respond within 1 business day or less.

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