Castillo de Jumilla, Medieval fortress in Jumilla, Spain.
Castillo de Jumilla is a medieval fortress perched on a hilltop overlooking the town of Jumilla, with three floors, a basement, and a terrace surrounded by defensive walls. The structure preserves traces of multiple historical periods within its stonework.
Early fortifications developed during the Bronze Age, with Romans later building their own structures on the site. Muslim forces constructed the fortress in 713, which subsequently came under Christian rule.
The fortress displays features from both Islamic and Christian periods visible in its stonework. These layers tell the story of different rulers who shaped the place across the centuries.
A marked path leads from the town center to the fortress and is straightforward to follow. Wear sturdy shoes since the climb is steep and the ground can be uneven in places.
The fortress walls contain ceramic fragments from the first century, showing that this place was continuously occupied militarily for over two millennia. These pieces are tangible evidence of ongoing use by successive occupiers.
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