Royal Walls, Medieval fortification in Ceuta, Spain
The Royal Walls extend along the isthmus with two principal bastions, Baluarte de la Coraza and Baluarte de la Bandera, connected by defensive structures.
Originally built in 962, the walls underwent substantial modifications after the Portuguese conquest in 1415, including the addition of bastions and a water-filled moat.
The fortification system displays both Muslim and Portuguese architectural elements, representing centuries of military engineering from different civilizations.
Visitors can access the walls through guided tours starting from Avenida Martinez Catena, with informational panels explaining the defensive system.
The walls feature a navigable seawater moat that surrounds the fortification, creating a controlled maritime passage between Mediterranean and Atlantic waters.
Location: Ceuta
GPS coordinates: 35.88861,-5.31889
Latest update: May 13, 2025 20:49
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