Alcazaba de Almería
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Alcazaba de Almería - by ANE (CC BY 3.0)
Description
The Alcazaba of Almería is a fortified complex in Almería, Eastern Andalusia (the Arabic al-qaṣabah means "citadel"). It was developed in stages, starting in the 10th century, to protect the inland town of Pechina (the largest settlement in the area at the time). As often, there were two lines of defensive walls with the first enclosure used for the military camp and for population shelter in case of attack or siege and the inner one was for the aristocracy and their retinue to live in. Under the Catholic Monarchs, a castle and third enclosure were built. Most of the objects from the archaeological site at the Alcazaba are kept in the Museo de Almería (and some at the Alhambra Museum) and the Alcazaba regularly appears in TV series and movies.
Access & Transport
The complex is about 800m (10mins walk) west of the city centre and 1.5km west of the main bus and train station. Bus L1 stops next to it on Calle Almanzor Closest car parks: Plaza Marín and Puerta de Purchena Only partially accessible to visitors with reduced mobility, management should be contacted beforehand to facilitate and entrance is on calle Ramón Castilla Pérez. Information here: https://www.museosdeandalucia.es/web/conjuntomonumentallaalcazabaalmeria/acceso
Instructions & Recommendations
Best to go early morning or in the evening in summertime to avoid the heat. The Cathedral is a short 5mins walk away.
Environmental & Social
Green activity except for some electricity consumption (lighting). This attraction helps preserve the city's architectural and historical heritage
Conclusion
This is Almeria's landmark and best attraction. A good opportunity to learn more about the history of the region.
Key positive
Quite well restored
Centrally located and affordable entrance fee
Key negative
Little content and no deco
Completely exposed to the sun
Suitability
Partially accessible for wheelchair users.
About this Rating
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Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
June 2024
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Koreval
av. transport time:0h 20m
est. visit time:1h 15m
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