Castillo de Santiago

The Castle of Santiago stands at the northern corner of the old town walls, protecting the Guadalquivir riverbank with its quadrangular structure and towers.

Built between 1477 and 1478 by Enrique Pérez de Guzmán, the fortress provided accommodation for the Catholic Monarchs and contained an octagonal keep for Queen Isabella.

The castle displays Gothic architecture with mud walls, masonry, and stonework, featuring a central courtyard and a north gate adorned with a triton and shields.

Visitors can explore museums dedicated to costumes and maps inside the castle, which underwent restoration work between 1989 and 2003 to preserve its structure.

The fortress transformed from a military stronghold into different functions through centuries, serving as barracks, jail, and hospital before becoming a cultural center.

Location: Sanlúcar de Barrameda

Website: https://castillodesantiago.com

GPS coordinates: 36.77708,-6.35065

Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:10