Alcalá de los Gazules

The town extends across hills at 165 meters elevation, featuring narrow streets that wind through white-painted buildings and historical structures.

Romans established this settlement in 189 CE, naming it Lascuta, where they developed agricultural production and metal extraction operations.

The San Jorge Church, constructed in the mid-16th century, stands on the former site of a mosque, marking the transition from Islamic to Christian rule.

The A-381 road connects Alcalá de los Gazules to major cities like Jerez and Los Barrios, providing access to local services and attractions.

A Roman bronze tablet inscribed with 'Lascuta' was found during church renovations and now resides in the Louvre Museum in Paris.

Location: Cádiz Province

Capital city: Alcalá de los Gazules

Elevation above the sea: 165 m

Part of: districte notarial de San Fernando, Mancomunitat de municipis de la Comarca de La Janda espanyol, La Janda

Shares border with: Los Barrios, Benalup-Casas Viejas, Jimena de la Frontera, Medina Sidonia, Paterna de Rivera, Jerez de la Frontera, Castellar de la Frontera, Cortes de la Frontera

Website: http://alcaladelosgazules.es

GPS coordinates: 36.46188,-5.72389

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:39