ABSTRACT

Multiple historical, cultural, geographical and climatic factors and determinants have been identified in this vast area of study.

La Mancha’s vernacular architecture has reflected and at times played a leading role in this dynamic synergy. For this reason, it has always aroused a deep interest in different authors, both literary writers as well as traditional architecture specialists. This continued attention towards the intrinsic values of La Mancha’s traditional architecture has persisted (Fig. 1), despite its apparent simplicity or lack of decorative or monumental references (Fisac, 1985).