Alcazaba of Badajoz, Medieval fortress in Badajoz, Spain.
The Alcazaba fortress extends across 400 by 200 meters on a hill, featuring defensive towers and walls overlooking the Guadiana river to the north.
The fortress originated in 875 under Abd-al Rahman Ibn Marwan, with current walls dating from the Almohad period of the 12th century.
The Provincial Archaeological Museum within the fortress displays collections of warrior steles and regional artifacts from different historical periods.
The fortress walls contain multiple access points connecting to various routes throughout Badajoz, allowing visitors to explore different sections of the complex.
The Espantaperros Tower rises 30 meters high with an octagonal design, serving as a watchtower within the fortification system.
Location: Badajoz
Accessibility: No accesible en silla de ruedas
Part of: Batalyaws
GPS coordinates: 38.88317,-6.96858
Latest update: May 15, 2025 06:00
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