Lorca Castle

Lynne and I visited Lorca Castle last week. Known as ‘La Fortaleza del Sol’ (or ‘Fortess of the Sun’ in English), it was first built during the 13th century, and then often developed. For centuries it  marked the border between the Christian and Muslim kingdoms.

Lorca Castle

Lorca Castle

Many other fortified strongholds were built in the area. Together they would keep watch over the area, communicating between eachother by using smoke signals, and providing shelter for the surrounding rural population. Near by strongholds include Castillo de Puentes, Castillo de Xiquena, and Castillo Aguaderas.

Lorca Castle was filled with very good dislays and even actors in costume! Highly recommended.

La Fortaleza del Sol

La Fortaleza del Sol

Have you been to Lorca Castle? Please give me your comments :-)

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