A 12th-century Islamic tower in the Serra d'Alèdua

Castell d'Alèdua serves as the final connection to a long-lost Andalusian hamlet. Although the surrounding community was swept away in 1609, this solitary fortress persists atop a hill on the southern slope of the Serra d'Alèdua.

This structure dates back to the 12th century and features a rectangular layout centered on a square tower. Rising 16.5 metres, the tower spans three levels and a basement. Its masonry style is very similar to other Islamic towers found in Benifaió and Almussafes.

In 2020, the municipality of Llombai purchased the tower for 200,000 euros for future restoration. In 2023, the town performed works to prevent the tower from collapsing. In 2024, the municipality renounced a subsidy for its restoration.

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