Walls of Urueña, Medieval defensive wall in Urueña, Spain.
The Walls of Urueña form a stone fortification that circles the town and features semicylindrical towers for added strength. The structure covers a large area and retains most of its original design and construction from centuries past.
Construction began in the 12th century under Princess Sancha, sister of King Alfonso VII, to defend the strategic border between Castile and León. This fortification was part of the broader efforts of that era to secure frontier regions against attack.
The Puerta del Azogue gate displays how medieval people built their defenses with practical skill and clever design. The curved shape reflects the way residents thought about security during that time, using every architectural detail to protect their homes.
You can walk along two different sections of the wall's top, located on the southern and western sides of the fortification. These paths offer good views and are easy to navigate without special equipment or experience.
The Peinador de la Reina tower marks the highest point of the wall and once served as the residence of Queen Urraca. This tower stands where the original castle structure meets the main fortification.
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