Anzur Castle

Puente Genil, Spain

Anzur Castle was originally an ancient Moorish fort built in the 10th century. It was located at a strategic borderland location between the Christian and Moorish areas. The castle was conquered by Ferdinand III in 1241. Today only the watch tower exists.

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Unnamed Road, Puente Genil, Spain
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Founded: 10th century AD
Category: Castles and fortifications in Spain

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4.2/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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Francisco Molina Luna (8 months ago)
Por las vistas
Paco Muñoz (8 months ago)
Lugar historico, del siglo X, que ha visto pasar historias en sus murallas desde batallas de Alfonso de Aragon, hasta lugar clave de vigilancia del Tempranillo.
Maria Jose Luna (10 months ago)
Solo se puede ver desde fuera y no se puede acceder a su interior .
nick hernandez (16 months ago)
Buena subida para entrenar bici o montaña, buena vista.
Viajando con Abraham (2 years ago)
Para una buena ruta senderista pero cuando pase el calor o madrugar para hacerla al fresco de la mañana
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