San José Castle (Castillo del Rey)

Spain / Alacant / Benimantell /

On the highest peak of the municipality, this fortress built by Muslims was a vital strategic point in the Middle-Ages. Nevertheless, two earthquakes in the XVII and XVIII century destroyed most of the fortification. (comunitatvalenciana.com)

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Coordinates:   38°40'36"N   -0°11'54"E
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