Almansa Castle

Contact details

Calle del Castillo, 18
02640 Almansa, Albacete (Castile-La Mancha)
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http://turismoalmansa.es
Tel.:+34 967344771
Fax.:+34 967341008

Location

Autonomous region: Castile-La Mancha
Province/Island: Albacete

Description

Fortification dating back to the 14th century, and altered in the 15th.

Fortification dating back to the 14th century, and altered in the 15th. One of the most beautiful castles in the area.

One of the most beautiful and best-preserved castles in Castile-La Mancha. Built in the 14th century due to the involvement of Juan Manuel, author of the book El Conde Lucanor, about the Cerro de Águila. A century afterwards, the Marquis of Villena carried out important work that gives it the appearance it has today. The crenelated walls and the impressive Keep right in the centre of the castle.

Construction: Castle
Artistic period: Gothic
Historic period: 14th century