Castle
Castillo Fortaleza de Santa Pola
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This castle, built in the mid-16th century, is located in the center of Santa Pola. Admission is free, and every year, during the first week of September, a holiday is held that includes a play, to celebrate the victory of Christians over the Muslim occupation during the Middle Ages.
In the centre of Santa Pola, on Plaza de la Glorieta, you will find the castle/fortress of Santa Pola which is a Bien de Interés Cultural (a landmark of great cultural interest) in the province of Alicante. Built in the 16th century and a great example of military renaissance architecture, the castle's main purpose was to protect local seamen against frequent pirate attacks.
In the centre of Santa Pola, on Plaza de la Glorieta, you will find the castle/fortress of Santa Pola which is a Bien de Interés Cultural (a landmark of great cultural interest) in the province of Alicante. Built in the 16th century and a great example of military renaissance architecture, the castl…
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s/n Plaça de la Glorieta
Santa Pola, VC