Alcazaba de Antequera, Antequera, Spain

The Alcazaba of Antequera was erected in the 14th century to counter the Christian advance from the north, over Roman ruins.

The fortress is rectangular in shape, with two towers. Its keep (Torre del homenaje, 15th century) is considered amongst the largest of Moorish al-Andalus, with the exception of the Comares Tower of the Alhambra. It is surmounted by a Catholic bell tower/chapel (Templete del Papabellotas) added in 1582.

Connected to the former by a line of walls is the Torre Blanca ('white tower').

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Jo G (9 months ago)
Excellent value for money, and when we visited in March we virtually had the place to ourselves. The fortress in Antequera, Spain. It was erected over Roman ruins in the 14th century to counter the Christian advance from the north. Under Christian invasion the Alcazaba stood firm until September 16th 1410.

Ana Ioana Cilean (10 months ago)
Definetly worth visiting. The entrance is near the arch, after the cafe nearby. 5 euros just the Alcazaba, a very fair price.

Mike Salter (2 years ago)
A wonderful place with great views. We had a very peaceful enjoyable walk through the gardens.

Kamila Świerska (2 years ago)
Wonderful place, 3 euro entrance, 6 euro if you add entrance to the Colegiata. We bought the combined ticket for 6 euro - we visited both Acazaba and Colegiata. It took us 1 hour to see everything. There is an audio guide that you can download on your phone. Must see in Antequera. Alcazaba, Colegiata, and Arco de los Gigantes - all these places are next to each other.

Tonya Santos (2 years ago)
Fantastic place and well-preserved. Amazing views. Enjoyed visiting this place. Not to be missed.

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