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Calaceite, Historic municipality in Matarraña, Spain.

The town center features Renaissance buildings, Gothic doorways, and stone arcades surrounding the main square, creating a medieval architectural ensemble.

The settlement originated from an Arabic fortress named Qal'at Zayd, which developed into a significant regional center during the medieval period.

The Juan Cabré Museum houses archaeological collections from Iberian settlements and presents exhibits about local history through three distinct sections.

Visitors can explore the town's preserved medieval gates, including Portal de Maella and Portal de Orta, which mark the original entrances.

The local archaeological sites of San Antonio and Tossal Redó contain remains of ancient Iberian settlements dating back several centuries.

Location: Teruel Province

Capital city: Calaceite

Elevation above the sea: 511 m

Shares border with: Caseres, Arens de Lledó, Cretas, Mazaleón, Maella

Website: http://calaceite.es

GPS coordinates: 41.01582,0.18941

Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:32

Historic sites and natural areas in Aragon

This Spanish region contains medieval monasteries, castles, nature parks and geological formations. The provinces of Huesca, Zaragoza and Teruel feature Romanesque churches, Gothic bridges and Moorish architecture. The terrain includes canyons, caves, limestone formations and mountain ranges with hiking trails.

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