This magnificent castle-monastery looms high in the sky some 6km south of the town of Calzada de Calatrava and 30km south of Almagro, from where it once controlled the path into the Sierra Morena and Andalucía
This magnificent castle-monastery looms high in the sky some 6km south of the town of Calzada de Calatrava and 30km south of Almagro, from where it once controlled the path into the Sierra Morena and Andalucía. A steep cobbled road takes you to the top, where you can alternate gazing at expansive views with exploring this extraordinary castle-cum monastery in closer detail. Highlights include the vast basilica and the chapter hall with its coffins and segment from an original mural.
The complex was once headquarters for the Calatrava Knights, Spain’s oldest military order, founded in 1158 to challenge Moorish power in Iberia. Their original base was Calatrava La Vieja, located 60km to the north, a castle twice snatched audaciously from the Moors. As the Christians pushed further into Moorish territory following Alfonso VIII’s victory in the Battle of Las Navas de Tolosa in 1212, the Calatrava Knights commissioned this newer citadel in 1217 built using the labour of prisoners caught in the battle.
You can explore the castle on your own or opt for a guided tour (in Spanish), which is included in the price.
https://www.lonelyplanet.com
- Adulto: 4€;
- Empadronados en el Campo de Calatrava:2,5€;
- Desempleados y Jubilados: 2,5€;
- Empadronados en el Campo de Calatrava2,5€;
Menores de 5 años acompañados siempre por mayores GRATUITO
Grupos de más de 20 personas: 2,5€
Entrada Gratuita: 0€
- El día 18 de Mayo (día internacional de los museos);
- Día de ruta senderista Palacio – Castillo (solo los participantes);
- Discapacitados con acreditación;
- Responsables de los grupos
http://castillodecalatrava.org/contacto/
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