Resumen de La muralla medieval de Elche
- español
La muralla en Elche va a desempeñar un papel defensivo fundamental, a la vez que marca la separación entre la villa y el campo. Desde el punto de vista político, las murallas pertenecen al común de los ciudadanos, y es el municipio el encargado de su buen mantenimiento. Esa muralla era administrada por el Consell, a través de un obrer de murs. Hay un importante componente social en torno al muro, que va desde la celebración del mercado a juegos y deportes.
- English
The wall around Elche played an important role in defense of the village and also served to separate the town itself from the surrounding countryside. From a political perspective, the wall was held in common countryside. From a political perspective, the wall was held in common proprietorship and the municipality was responsible for its care and maintenance. The wall was controlled by the Town Council which employed a caretaker. The area around the wall served as an important social gathering point and a variety of activities including markets, games and sporting took place there.
