Orcera, Mountain municipality in Sierra de Segura, Spain
Located at 796 meters above sea level, Orcera extends across the central area of Sierra de Segura with its whitewashed buildings and traditional architecture.
Archaeological findings indicate settlements from the Bronze Age, while during the 11th century, the area belonged to the Taifa kingdom of Saqura.
The Towers of Santa Catalina, constructed between the 12th and 13th centuries, remain as examples of medieval defense structures in the region.
The municipal administration operates from Plaza de la Iglesia 1, providing services to approximately 1,811 residents of this mountain community.
The municipality contains Spain's largest swimming pool, measuring 1,000 square meters, situated within the natural mountain landscape.
Location: Jaén Province
Capital city: Orcera
Elevation above the sea: 796 m
Website: http://www.orcera.es/
Part of: distrito notarial de Villacarrillo, Sierra de Segura
Shares border with: Siles, Benatae, Segura de la Sierra, Beas de Segura, Puente de Génave, Génave, Chiclana de Segura, Villamanrique, Montiel
Website: http://orcera.es
GPS coordinates: 38.31778,-2.66119
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:03
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