Castillo de Tiscar, Medieval fortress in Quesada, Spain
The Tiscar Castle stands on a rocky ridge near the Tiscar Virgin Sanctuary, featuring a rectangular base built with large stones at 959 meters elevation.
The fortress first appeared in historical records in 876 when Cordoban troops destroyed it during conflicts with local rebels in the region.
The castle holds the designation of Cultural Interest Asset since June 1985, representing medieval military architecture in the Jaen province.
Located 15 kilometers south of Quesada town center, the castle complex includes a modest keep on its eastern side and the prominent Peña Negra rock formation.
The fortress remained unconquered until 1319 when Pedro Hidalgo climbed the Black Rock at night, eliminated the guards, and enabled Christian forces to capture it.
Location: Quesada
GPS coordinates: 37.76944,-3.02190
Latest update: March 3, 2025 00:59
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