Alhama Castle

Islamic fortress from the 11^th and 12^th centuries that sits on a sheer hill overlooking the town and the old route of the Guadalentín Valley. The Alhama Castle was one of many border fortresses, with the Kingdom of Granada to the South and the Kingdom of Aragón to the North.

 

The castle has two clearly differentiated areas: one for political-military use and the other for population accommodation and protection. One of the castle's main features is Torre del Homenaje, a tower with full elevation and decorative paintings inside. The archaeological remains found in the castle have allowed historians to document the different Muslim domination periods up until the 13^th century. In the last third of the 14^th century, the castle and town of Alhama, together with other regional towns, were the property of the Fajardo family. After the conquest of Granada, the castle was no longer a border fortress and people migrated, causing it to deteriorate in the following centuries.

 

Note:Visits are only allowed during archeology events.

You can also check our Guide of Castles in Murcia