This medieval fortification is situated on the rocky elevation that arises in the middle of the town
This walled castle was built by the Muslims in the 10th and 11th centuries and includes Caliphate and Taifas elements. It was restored in the 14th century in the Nasrid period, during which the building’s definitive configuration was planned and built.
It was the backdrop of a number of important political events. It has
three enclosures: the house, the fortress and the surrounding areas.
It was captured by the Catholic Kings in 1486.
On the top the towers of the castle are easily recognisable. They are fondly called ‘the old woman’s teeth’ because of their appearance. Further down, there are the remains of two walled enclosures that protected the castle’s surrounding area, which was also where the Aljamá Mosque was situated.
In 2011 Illora town was awarded a European Grant to restore the castle, and work commenced on 30 July 2012. Funds have been received from the Ministerio de Fomento and the Ayuntamiento of Illora, with costs running into millions of Euros.
This walled castle was built by the Muslims in the 10th and 11th centuries and includes Caliphate and Taifas elements. It was restored in the 14th century in the Nasrid period, during which the building’s definitive configuration was planned and built.
It was captured by the Catholic Kings in 1486.
On the top the towers of the castle are easily recognisable. They are fondly called ‘the old woman’s teeth’ because of their appearance. Further down, there are the remains of two walled enclosures that protected the castle’s surrounding area, which was also where the Aljamá Mosque was situated.
In 2011 Illora town was awarded a European Grant to restore the castle, and work commenced on 30 July 2012. Funds have been received from the Ministerio de Fomento and the Ayuntamiento of Illora, with costs running into millions of Euros.
Initially, excavations took place to ascertain the archeological importance of the site.
Work is ongoing and very impressive ...... (following pictures from Angel Lopez)
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