Calatañazor Castle, Calatañazor, Spain

According to the legends, Al-Mansur (legendary Moorish leader) was defeated near Calatañazor Castle in a bloody battle against Christian troops in 1002. The fortress originally had two quadrangular towers on the corners and a keep. Later on, circular towers were added to the southern wall and semi-circular ones next to the main entrance. The current appearance dates mainly from the 14th century.

The castle is part of the walled village of Calatañazor but separated from it by a dry moat that was cut out of the rock. On the castle's irregular enclosure there are ruins of several towers and the keep, which is situated next to the entrance over the moat.

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Stealth G35 Infiniti (3 years ago)
Nice, but almost abandoned. Everything seemed close. Half hour is all you need to see and get all your pictures.

Helio Roque (3 years ago)
The rating is for the views! The castle is in a very pitoresque village which more or less has been kepted in good condition and similar to the old days! The castle, specially the tower, allows great views of the Valle in front, and on a nice, clear, Spring evening gives amazing sunsets and moon risings! Besides that, the castle doesn't have much to see, except for ruins...

Ana Carolina Pellicer (5 years ago)
Beautiful village, good food and AMAZING views!

Guido Storms (5 years ago)
Beautiful ancient city that is very well preserved. A must see when passing through or if you are staying in the area.

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