Built from 955 under Caliph Abd al-Rahman III and expanded in the 11th century, it served as a defense for the city of Pechina and later as a seat of government.
The complex has three walled parts: two Islamic ones with gardens, palaces, a mosque and baths and a Christian castle from the 15th century after the reconquest in 1489.
The Muro de la Vela separates the first two parts, with a clock from 1763.
With an area of 43,500 m², it offers impressive views over the city and harbor.
It is a National Monument (1931) and Bien de Interés Cultural (1985).
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