Ciudad de Cantabria, Archaeological site in La Rioja, Spain.
The archaeological remains of Ciudad de Cantabria spread across a hilltop location, offering views of the surrounding Rioja region and Ebro Valley.
The settlement existed between the 5th and 8th centuries CE, serving as a strategic defensive position until its destruction during conflicts with Muslim forces.
The excavated site reveals elements of Visigothic architecture and defensive structures that demonstrate the military engineering capabilities of early medieval Spain.
Visitors can access the site through marked paths from the nearby town, with informational panels explaining the layout and history of the fortified settlement.
The site contains remnants of a complex water collection system carved into the rock, demonstrating advanced hydraulic engineering methods of the period.
Location: La Rioja
GPS coordinates: 42.47743,-2.42506
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:47
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