Bezmiliana Castle

Rincón de la Victoria, Spain

The castle or residence of Bezmiliana is the most emblematic monument of the town of Rincon de la Victoria. It was built in 1766 as a complement to the traditional organization of the existing military defense in the 16th century, which also included the Towers of El Cantal and Benagalbón, which fonctions was rejecting maritime piracy and terrestrial stalking the area.

The construction of the Bezmiliana is quadrangular and consists of an outer masonry wall, unadorned two towers diagonally to his defense, two floors and a wall with two screens, a central building and a typical outdoor covered well called alcuílla (from Arabic qubba = dome). The main gate is crowned with the coat of arms of Carlos III. Inside the fort we found the 'troop room' and the 'Chamber of the official' united by a common stack with two mouths and the 'south room or the room of stables ' with 14 stalls and ground paved.

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Castles and fortifications in Spain

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N-340a 151, Rincón de la Victoria, Spain

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Founded: 1766
Category: Castles and fortifications in Spain

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User Reviews

Giorgio Polari (9 months ago)
Fort a few kilometers from Malaga among the protagonists of the riots of the Francoist period.

Samuel R (10 months ago)
It is a fortress surrounded by a well-kept garden and with a fountain that makes it work. I couldn't go inside because they were setting up a new exhibition

María Esther Beltrán Martínez (11 months ago)
It is a very special exhibition space. Its location is very good and its interior is perfect to enjoy the exhibitions.

Tomas Rincon Garcia (2 years ago)
The Bezmiliana Fortress is the most emblematic monument in Rincón de la Victoria. Built in 1766 by order of Carlos III, it is a fort that tried to combat the Berber attacks on the coast. This Strong House serves as a museum. Precisely this autumn it hosts several exhibitions of painting, sculpture and poetry in two of its interior rooms. Although, what is very striking is the boy who greets you and tells you that admission is free. Do not miss its wonderful views.

Oscar Ruz (2 years ago)
Good state of conservation located in a well-kept place and near the seafront. Today used as an exhibition hall.

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