Castell de Xivert, Medieval castle in Alcalà de Xivert, Spain.
The Castle of Xivert stands at an elevation of 389 meters, featuring defensive walls, towers, and a walled enclosure overlooking the Mediterranean landscape.
Dating from the 12th century during Muslim rule, the castle served as a strategic military fortification before its capture during the Christian Reconquista period.
The castle incorporates both Moorish and Christian architectural elements, reflecting the changing influences of different civilizations throughout Spanish medieval history.
Visitors need to follow hiking trails to reach the castle grounds, where informational displays explain the historical significance of different structural elements.
The castle walls contain specific construction techniques from different periods, displaying the evolution of medieval military architecture in eastern Spain.
Location: Alcalà de Xivert
Elevation above the sea: 389 m
GPS coordinates: 40.30790,0.25511
Latest update: May 24, 2025 23:05
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