Alcázar del Rey Don Pedro

Carmona, Spain

This Alcazar or Moorish fortress is situated to the west of the walled town on the highest point of Carmona. Peter I had it restored in the 13th century, and it became one of his favourite palaces. The Catholic Monarchs erected the circular tower and embellished the royal quarters.

It was seriously affected by the 1755 earthquake and, since then, it has been progressively falling into ruin.

The ruins of this Alcazar surround what is now Carmona’s Parador de Turismo, a state-run hotel.

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Calle Puerta Marchena 6, Carmona, Spain
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Founded: 13th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Spain

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www.andalucia.org

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bouke drenth (11 months ago)
Mooi oud plaatsje waar veel te zien is. Met de alcazar del rey don pedro als top punt. Mooi oud fort met een overzicht over de hele omgeving.
Alex Romero (13 months ago)
Very well displayed and presented historic location.
Margo Ram (2 years ago)
A nice spot to view Carmona.
Gonzalo Sanchez (2 years ago)
Lovely hotel. If you want you can walk thru to the balcony and enjoy the view
Salam Sofian (2 years ago)
I just see it on the bus. My bus going to Codoba from Sevilla.
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