Centro de Interpretación - Alcaudete
Centro de Interpretación de la Orden Militar de Calatrava
The Interpretation Centre transports the visitor to the thirteenth century to discover first-hand the origin and history of the Military Order of Calatrava and the inner workings of a castle on the border with the Nasrid Kingdom of Granada; the way of life and internal structure of the Order; the War methods used for the assault and defense of a fortress; and the manual and personal weapons used by the Friars or Monk-Knights. Highlights include the improvements made in terms of furniture in the various rooms and exteriors of the Calatravo de Alcaudete Castle, necessarily respecting its historical rigor and architectural heritage. On permanent display are five life-size siege weapons of the style used in assaults on castles and fortresses, and a set of purist ornamentation and human recreational figures. Located in Castillo de Alcaudete.
Opening Times:
October-April, Tuesday-Friday, 11:00-16:30hrs
May-September, Tuesday-Friday, 11:00-17:30hrs
Saturday and Sunday, 11:00hrs
Price:
Individual €3
Castle + Historic Centre, €4
Castle + Historic Centre + Fábrica Doña Jimena, €4
Tel: 953 56 03 04
Location
Located in Castillo de Alcaudete.