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Alcázar de Alcántara
Alcántara, Spain, Spain
Alcázar de Alcántara is a 13th-century Gothic military fortress located in the historic town of Alcántara, Cáceres province, Extremadura, Spain, overlooking the Tagus River and its famous Roman bridge.
Built by the Order of Alcántara after their Christian reconquest of the area from Muslim rule, it replaced earlier Roman and Islamic fortifications, featuring robust walls, towers, and a prominent keep that served as both residence for the Order's masters and defense against invasions.
Designated a Spanish cultural heritage site (Bien de Interés Cultural), the ruins preserve elements of its medieval architecture and reflect the Knights' pivotal role in frontier warfare and regional governance.
Location
Convento de San Benito, C. Regimiento Argel, 39, 10980 Alcántara, Cáceres, Spain
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