Ciria Castle

Ciria, Spain

Ciria Castle was built to protect the passage from Bilbilis to Numancia during the Moorish era. Later Ciria was linked to the border disputes between Castilians and Aragonese. In 1430 the Aragonese king seized the castles of Ciria and Borobia.

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Calle Carretera 30, Ciria, Spain
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Founded: 9th century AD
Category: Castles and fortifications in Spain

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4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

david espinosa (18 months ago)
Genial
David Iglesias Gracia (19 months ago)
Ruinas sin mas.
Pedro Angel Forcada Morales (20 months ago)
Bonito castillo y el entorno precioso.Os aconsejo que vengais a Ciria saludos de la ruta 2019 un saludo.
Danny Serrano (2 years ago)
Las mejores vistas del pueblo, y si vienes al atardecer es impresionante.
Fina Soto (3 years ago)
Un sitio perfecto para respirar aire puro y desconectar
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