The renowned castle was built by the Moors in the thirteenth century, atop an old Roman fortress.
The renowned castle was built by the Moors in the thirteenth century, atop an old Roman fortress. Ferdinand and Isabella re-captured the site in the late 15th century, but it still looks much the same as it did more than 700 years ago. It’s one of the finest Islamic buildings in Europe, encompassing endless rooms, gardens and opulent halls, including the famous Sala de los Embajadores.