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Castillo De Penella
Spain, Spain
Castillo de Penella is a 13th-century medieval fortress located in the Partida de Penella near Cocentaina in Alicante province, Valencian Community, Spain, built on a rocky outcrop as one of the region's earliest Christian-era fortifications.
Authorized in 1272 by King James I to nobleman Guillem Ponç de Vilafranca for defense against Moorish threats, the structure exemplifies transitional architecture blending Islamic influences with emerging Gothic elements amid the Comtat region's rugged terrain.
Now in ruins as a protected cultural site, it attracts hikers exploring its historical significance tied to the Reconquista and offers panoramic views of surrounding valleys and mountains.
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CV-70, 03829 Cocentaina, Alicante, Spain
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