Cerco de Artajona

Artajona, Spain

The walls of Artajona is 11th century fortified walled complex. It originally had fourteen crenellated towers, of which nine remain. The complex has also fortified church of San Saturnino, which was part of the complex’s defense system together with robust walls, buttresses, the watchtower, the parapet walk and dungeon. The church was Gothic edifice from the 13th century.

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Founded: 11th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Spain

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Very impressive
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So beautiful place, fulled of history
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Enjoyable walk
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