Almazán, Medieval municipality in Soria Province, Spain
Almazán is a municipality in Soria Province that sits at 960 meters elevation along the Duero River, surrounded by agricultural lands. The settlement features fortifications dating from the 10th century that remain visible today.
Alfonso VI of León captured the settlement in 1068, but it fell back under Muslim control before Alfonso I permanently secured it for Christians in 1128. This shift shaped its development for centuries.
The Church of San Miguel displays Romanesque and Gothic features that reflect the region's architectural heritage. Visitors can observe the different building styles added over generations.
The municipality connects to Madrid through the Autovía A-15 and Carretera Nacional N-111, providing good transportation links across the region. Visitors should note that the elevation may require some adjustment time.
The renowned Spanish playwright Tirso de Molina spent his final days in the Merced convent and died there in 1648. This place marks the end of one of Spain's greatest literary figures.
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