Burguillos del Cerro Castle

Description

Burguillos del Cerro Castle, built in the 13th century and divided into two parts, stands on a rocky hilltop that dominates the village of Burguillos del Cerro. It was originally a Moorish fort, which was rebuilt after Reconquista. The castle consists of two main towers, three smaller towers and curtain walls.

Address
Plaza Alta 15, Burguillos del Cerro, Spain

Established
13th century

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