Sanlúcar de Guadiana Castle, Sanlúcar de Guadiana, Spain

Sanlúcar de Guadiana castle dates back to the seventeenth century, around 1642 or so, when Jerónimo Ró decided to strengthen the village from the Portuguese troops. In 1666, the fort fell into Portuguese hands. In 1741, Ignacio Sala reformed the west crescent. Entirely constructed of stone and different finishes depending on times of renovation.

Castles and fortifications in Spain

Address

Extramuros Diseminados 2, Sanlúcar de Guadiana, Spain

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Founded: c. 1642
Category: Castles and fortifications in Spain

Rating

4.3/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

António Mestre (2 years ago)
Great view

Вадим Майор (Maior Woodworking) (2 years ago)
Unfortunately, we could not get inside. It was closed. It is very difficult to climb in the heat, but the view of the river and the two cities is wonderful!

Cristache Draghici (2 years ago)
Ok

Jesus y Mari Angeles (3 years ago)
Very good, with wonderful views and an interesting island.

Francisco G. Campa (3 years ago)
Fortaleza de traza artillera fronteriza con muy buena restauración que recupera el color original de los lienzos. Frente a la creencia popular los edificios medievales y modernos no dejaban ver la piedra y eran encalados o cubiertos de argamasa. Los muros blancos relucen alsol como harían en los siglos XVI y XVII. Se construyó con traza italiana irregular a mediados del XVI sobre restos de un Alcázar musulman y un castillo medieval. Durante la Guerra de Independencia y de Recuperación Portuguesa fue reformada por los portugueses y posteriormente por España.

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