The castle that was ruled by multiple empires

The castle that was ruled by multiple empires

Discover the fascinating history of a castle in Jumilla, Spain, which has been influenced by multiple empires throughout its long history.

The Castle of Jumilla, located in the region of Murcia, is a symbol of the town's rich history and culture. The structure that has survived to the present day is primarily medieval, influenced by both Arab and Christian dominations. The Arabs began building the Arab fortress on the ruins of the Roman fortress in 713. The Arab settlement in Jumilla lasted for five centuries until it became part of the Kingdom of Castille as a protectorate in 1243. The castle was captured by Pedro I of Castille in 1358, during the war of the Two Peters, marking the end of Arab rule in the region. The current coat of arms and Carta Puebla were granted to Jumilla after the reconquista. The castle, which has three floors, a basement, and a terrace, was largely rebuilt in 1461 by the marqués de Villena.

Sources: Wikipedia, OpenStreetMap, Wikidata, Wikimedia Commons

Written by Nicolo Ciampini

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