Alcalá del Júcar Castle, Medieval castle in Alcalá del Júcar, Spain.
The castle features three floors with a pentagonal fortified tower and two circular towers on a rocky spur above the Júcar River gorge.
Originally constructed by Almohad rulers in the 12th century, the fortress changed control between Muslim and Christian forces until its final capture in 1213.
The castle bears architectural elements from Islamic design, evident in its defensive structure and the integration with the natural rock formation.
Visitors can access the castle throughout the year, with guided tours available that explain the different construction phases and military strategies.
The castle received recognition for its lighting design in 1986, ranking third globally after the Eiffel Tower and Istanbul's Grand Mosque.
Location: Alcalá del Júcar
GPS coordinates: 39.19127,-1.43007
Latest update: March 3, 2025 20:53
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