Round towers of La Calahorra castle under Sierra Nevada mountain
Just a short distance from Guadix is the Calahorra Castle which was given as a reward to a Christian knight for his commendable feats during the conquest. The castle has a magnificent courtyard that was constructed by Florentine artisans. As you approach the castle, you will be astounded by the beautiful sight of the castle towers with the mountains of Sierra Nevada as its backdrop.
Another important monument in the region of guadix y Marquesado del Zenete is the Castle of La Calahorra, which was built at the beginning of the 16th century. The exterior aspect of a military fortresss is combined with an impeccable Renaissance style inside. It can be visited after contacting the family looking after it, since it is privately owned.
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Area round Guadix and La Calahorra |
Landscape of Calahorra from castle |
View from Calahorra castle |
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Calahorra village from castle |
La Calahorra castle |
Calahorra village from castle |
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La Calahorra castle |
La Calahorra castle |
Mystic of Calahorra castle |
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La Calahorra |
La Calahorra |
La Calahorra |
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La Calahorra |
La Calahorra |
La Calahorra |
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La Calahorra castle with Sierra Nevada |
Details of Calahorra Castle |
Details of Calahorra Castle |
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Details of Calahorra |
Inside of Calahorra castle |
Church in Calahorra |
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Church and village Calahorra |
Village of Calahorra |
Village of Calahorra |
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Inside church in Calahorra |
Round La Calahora |
Church of Calahorra |
