Castle of Alcantarilha
Castle of Alcantarilha, Medieval castle ruins in Alcantarilha, Portugal.
The limestone walls of the Castle of Alcantarilha contain rectangular defensive slits and rise to a height of 4.5 meters across 12 meters.
Built during the 12th century under Arab control, the castle protected inhabitants from North African pirates until its decline following the 1755 earthquake.
The fortress represents the military architecture of medieval Portugal, with sections of walls integrated into the municipal market building from 1934.
Visitors can examine the remaining castle walls near Rua da Misericórdia and Travessa do Castelo in the historical center of Alcantarilha.
Archaeological investigations revealed a 16th-century road near the castle, indicating the strategic position of this military structure between Faro and Silves.
Location: Alcantarilha e Pêra
GPS coordinates: 37.12830,-8.34566
Latest update: March 7, 2025 00:23
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