Alcazaba, Medieval castle in Loja, Spain.
The Alcazaba castle stands on a hilltop above Loja, featuring defensive walls, towers, and strategic military architecture from the medieval period.
Built in the 9th century during the Muslim rule of Al-Andalus, the fortress served as a crucial defensive position controlling access routes between Granada and Malaga.
The Municipal Historical Museum within the Casa de los Alcaides Cristianos displays archaeological artifacts, palaeographic documents, and items from various historical periods.
The museum section opens Tuesday through Friday from 10:30 AM to 1:45 PM, with different weekend hours, and provides free entry to all visitors.
The fortress includes the Ochavada tower and archaeological observation points along Calle Moraima, offering views of the surrounding landscape.
Location: Loja
GPS coordinates: 37.16689,-4.15233
Latest update: March 10, 2025 22:07
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