Sax Castle, Sax, Spain - SpottingHistory

Sax Castle has Moorish origins (10th–12th century). It was conquered by the Crown of Aragon in 1239 and subsequently ceded to the Crown of Castile under the terms of the Treaty of Almizra. From its position, it dominates the whole city. The keep, whose foundations are laid over a cave, and the bastion tower are the elements that have survived to the present day.

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Malik Meziani (5 months ago)
Great views of El Castillo de Sax, which is part of the Spanish Historical Heritage, its silhouette stands out from distance. You can check my YouTube video on my channel @MalikAndFriends-01123 its title: Drone Aerial Photography Castle of Sax, Alicante, Spain

Aled Morrow-Powell (16 months ago)
Beautiful place. We got there just as the tour was ending and the amazing guide opened up just for us and showed us around. Lots of information and great architecture.

Alex Webb (17 months ago)
Even though the castle was closed. Apparently tours are on a Sunday?. This is a lovely little town to visit and there some lovely views and walks.

Bob Jones (21 months ago)
Great views of the castle as we approached it, however, the castle was closed.

Jayley Barwood (2 years ago)
Love that you smcan see it from anywhere you are in Sax, we used it for directions throughout the month we visited. Beautiful castle. Shame its only open to public for a few hours on a Sunday but wether it's open or not its 100% worth a visit

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