Fortaleza de La Mota - Alcalá la Real
The castle dates back to 727, when the town was under Muslim rule, and was later expanded. It was badly damaged in the nineteenth century during battles against France, and it was abandoned thereafter. For over 150 years, the Fortress marked the frontier between the Kingdoms of Granada and Castile. Surrounded by several rings of walls, its perimeter is one of the largest in Andalusia. The Fortress was the nucleus of several walled rings; it had seven gates, including the Puerta de la Imagen and Puerta de la Cárcel, which was damaged by the explosion of a powder magazine during the French domination. The three rows of fortifications are still in evidence. It has two well differentiated areas: the Church and the Fortress. Declared a National Monument in 1913. Currently, the Fortress houses the Centro de Interpretación de la Vida en la Frontera.
Opening Times:
15th October-31st March, Monday-Sunday, 10:00-18.00hrs.
1st April-14th October, Monday-Sunday, 10:30-19:30hrs
December 25th, January 1st and 6th, closed.
December 24th and 31st, January 5th, 10:00-14:00hrs.
Admission
General, €6
Groups, €5
Over 65, Students, Children 7-16yrs, €3
Approximate duration of the visit: 1-1.30hrs.
Contact
Tel: 953 10 27 17
Location
Located in calle Real