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Castle of Almodóvar del Río: Andalusian Fortress Through the Ages

Camino de los Llanos, 11, 14720 Almodóvar del Río, Córdoba, España9:570 listens
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Explore the majestic Castle of Almodóvar del Río, an Arab fortress dating back to 760 AD. Perched on a hilltop overlooking the Guadalquivir River, this is one of Spain's best-preserved medieval castles. Learn about its rich history from Moorish origins to Christian conquest, and discover why it was chosen as a filming location for Game of Thrones.

Castle of Almodóvar del Río: Andalusian Fortress Through the Ages
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Camino de los Llanos, 11, 14720 Almodóvar del Río, Córdoba, España

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