Alcazar Tower, Segovia, Spain
Tourists can visit the palace, all year round and experience the season of cultural events taking place in the wall of the fortress.
Beyond the Alcazar of Segovia, a number of other attractions that make this city a destination for your holidays in Spanish and historical tours.
From a humble beginning of a fortress and a series of changes dating back many centuries, the Alcazar has become one of the best attractions around the palace in Spain. Christian Spain, where recovery had already begun several years, the first historic mention of Alcazar Castle in Segovia began in the twelfth century.
The current functions of the fortification was gradually formed as the royal generations advanced through numerous times, causing the building that has a wide range of styles, especially the internal structures.
If the favorite residence of royalty in Spain, the Alcazar de Segovia played an important historical with the appearance of Isabel I of Castile to the throne, and the strategic alliance with Aragon, with the marriage of Ferdinand II, which took place in the palace.
About a century later, King Philip II, organized a major renovation at the Alcazar after his marriage to Anne of Austria. When the royal family eventually moved to Madrid, not far from the city, the castle became a prison and then an artillery academy, until the fire in 1862, after a complete internal restructuring took place, using the plans restore the Alcazar de Segovia to its former splendor.
The visit of the castle offers spectacular views and an impressive knowledge of history and culture of the country, it is necessary to leave the component in Segovia, which can be done throughout the year, a relatively low level of access, even if the admission longer need to visit the Tower of John II.
Segovia AlcazarFor an additional fee, guests can enjoy guided tours offered by the entire castle and its surroundings.
The most significant items in the Alcazar of Segovia note is the Hall of Kings, the throne room, and the Hall of mullioned windows.
In addition, the fortress is celebrated, there are several other attractions in Segovia, as Azoguejo square, from 'Roman aqueduct of Segovia's Cathedral and the Museo de Segovia.
The main square of the city, Azoguejo Square is a very convenient place from which to start central to Segovia to visit the various attractions, including the highest point 28 feet at Aqueduct.
Built in the Gothic cathedral in Segovia is exposed as a relic and museum hours a day especially for a small fee. The city museum with a collection of objects, models and prototypes of the surrounding area.
Of ancient relics and architectural beauty of the Alcazar enchanting, timeless attractions of Segovia, giving you the magic of the magical city of Spain.
There are many hotels in the area, ensuring you can spend as long as you want in this idyllic destination
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