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De Toledo al mundo: la Casa de las Torres de Tembleque brilla ahora… en Minecra…
La Casa de las Torres de Tembleque ha sido representada en Minecraft
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From Bricks to Blocks: Toledo's Historic Palace Reborn in Minecraft
TEMBLEQUE, TOLEDO – A local enthusiast, Gabriel García, has brought the historic Casa de las Torres in Tembleque to life in the digital world of Minecraft, meticulously recreating the 18th-century Baroque palace block by block. The project, which involved extensive research and weeks of dedicated construction, has garnered significant attention for its impressive detail and scale. García, known in the gaming community as "Minecraftéate," explained that the idea for the ambitious undertaking came to him during a visit to Tembleque. "I saw the Casa de las Torres and it occurred to me to build it in Minecraft," he stated. His process began with a month of researching the building's architecture and historical details on the official culture website of Castilla-La Mancha, followed by approximately three weeks of intensive building within the game. The digital replica showcases every original detail, from the ornate balconies to the intricate courtyards, all faithfully rendered using Minecraft's cubic elements. García emphasized the challenge of translating complex architectural features into a block-based environment, requiring a larger scale to capture the nuances accurately. This impressive digital reconstruction not only highlights the dedication of its creator but also provides a unique way to engage with cultural heritage, transforming real-world landmarks into interactive virtual experiences. García is already looking forward to his next project, hinting at more Toledo landmarks to come.
