Castillo de Mascaraque

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Castillo de Mascaraque, Medieval castle in Mascaraque, Spain.

The fortress features a main tower in the northwest corner and three round towers at its corners, constructed with masonry and stone blocks.

The castle was built in the 14th century with Islamic influences and later became the property of the Padilla family during the 15th century.

The northwest tower displays three carved Solomon's Seals, which were believed to provide protection against supernatural forces in medieval times.

The castle underwent extensive reconstruction in 1980 using stones from Ventas con Peñaguilera quarries under the direction of José Manuel Sierra Frade.

During the Spanish War of Independence, the castle grounds temporarily served as a cemetery before falling into a state of abandonment.

Location: Mascaraque

GPS coordinates: 39.71631,-3.81126

Latest update: March 6, 2025 22:17

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