Splayed embrasure in wall of castle for defensive cannon fire. Castle of Castillo de La Calahorra. Province of Granada, Andalusia, Southern Spain


The castle dominates the hilltop overlooking the village of La Calahorra. The castle interior has a surprisingly well preserved Italian Renaissance architectural style from the 16th century. The castle in a national monument and owned privately, but can be visited. Located close to the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains.


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Location: Castillo de La Calahorra, La Calahorra, Spain
Photo credit: © PAUL MARSHALL / Alamy / Afripics
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