Aguilar de la Frontera Castle, Aguilar de la Frontera, Spain

Castillo de Aguilar is known from at least the 9th century. It is mostly in ruin, a part turned into a cistern for the local aqueduct. In the 9th century Aguilar de la Frontera became the headquarters of the rebel Umar ibn Hafsun, who built extensive fortifications and reinforced the castle. However, in 891, Umar ibn Hafsun lost the town to emir Abdallah ibn Muhammad of Córdoba. Due to its strategic position, it was contested and, after the dissolution of the caliphate of Córdoba, it became part of the cora of Cabra.

In 1240 it was conquered by the Christians, although numerous Muslims were allowed to remain. King Peter I of Castile assigned its seigniory to Alfonso Fernandez Coronel, but later reannexed it to the crown. The town was renamed Aguilar of the Frontier due to its position on the border with the Moorish Kingdom of Granada.

Since the mid-seventeenth century the castle was no longer needed for defense, consequently in 1860 it was converted into a Hospital. The Lisbon earthquake in 1755 caused part of the building to collapse. The fallen stones were reused for various public and private works. The remains of the castle are located on the hill to the north of the town on the extension of Calle Villa. The Tourist office is located at the castle. Free guided tours available on request.

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Ernesto Picasso (7 months ago)
Very interesting guided tour of the castle by Mr. Marcelo after contacting the Aguilar de la Frontera tourist office.

Tomás Rincón García (2 years ago)
On an extensive hilltop are the remains of the walls and towers of the castle that dominated this beautiful town in Córdoba. The area is very rich archaeologically as there have been population settlements since ancient times. At present it houses a land with a playground, park, chapel, reception center, etc.

Miriam Babiano Viso (2 years ago)
Second afternoon that I go during the supposed opening hours and I find the premises closed. 6:15 p.m. on a Saturday, accompanied by relatives from outside and another climb up the hill in vain. Google also said it was open.

Rafa Luque (3 years ago)
Partly walled enclosure and contains the remains of the greatness of the house of the lords of Águilar. With an amphitheater where you can celebrate all kinds of events. The excavations and the Archeology work that is being done are magnificent, to set the tone without a doubt. Congratulations

Adela Lopez (4 years ago)
I like it for its story

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