Castle of Atienza

The Castle of Atienza (Spanish: Castillo de Atienza) is a castle located in Atienza, Spain. It was declared Bien de Interés Cultural in 1931. Standing high on a rock, it can be seen from miles around. The castle frequently changed hands between the Muslims (Arabs or Moors) and the European Christians until it was finally taken by Alfonso VI in 1085.

Castle of Atienza
Native name
Spanish: Castillo de Atienza
LocationAtienza, Spain
Coordinates41.200556°N 2.872725°W / 41.200556; -2.872725
Official nameCastillo de Atienza
TypeNon-movable
CriteriaMonument
Designated1931
Reference no.RI-51-0000609
Location of Castle of Atienza in Spain
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