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Almansa Castle
Contact details
Calle del Castillo, 18
02640
Almansa, Albacete
(Castile-La Mancha)
turismoalmansa@hotmail.com
http://turismoalmansa.es
Tel.:+34 967344771
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
Practical information
Schedule
Closed temporarily for renovation works. Call +34 967344771 or write to turismoalmansa@hotmail.com.
