Castell de Penella, Medieval castle in Cocentaina, Spain.
The fortress features a square tower measuring 4 meters on each side, reaching 12 meters in height with crenellated tops and surrounding defensive walls.
King Jaime I granted permission to Ponç Guillem de Villafranca in 1271 to construct this fortification on the limestone peak of Peniella.
The castle represents early Christian architecture in Spain and maintains the designation of Asset of Cultural Interest within the Alicante province.
Located 7 kilometers from central Cocentaina, visitors can observe the medieval construction techniques of rammed earth and masonry throughout the structure.
The northern face of the castle incorporates natural vertical limestone walls into its defensive system, maximizing the strategic position of the fortress.
Location: Cocentaina
Inception: 1271
Part of: cultural heritage in Alicante
GPS coordinates: 38.70154,-0.41803
Latest update: March 3, 2025 15:38
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