A Coruña City Walls

A Coruña, Spain

The walls surrounding ancient A Coruña were built in the 13th century by the order of king Alfonso IX. They were damaged by English and Portugalian armies in 1730, 1386 and again in 1589. Today some parts remain, mainly around Jardín de San Carlos (Gardens of San Carlos).

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Ánimas 11, A Coruña, Spain

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Founded: 13th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Spain

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