The Grand Prior's Tower is one of the most emblematic monuments of Alcázar de San Juan (Ciudad Real) and forms part of the Grand Prior's Palace Complex, linked to the Order of Saint John.

Built in the 13th century on the remains of the old Muslim citadel, during the Almohad period.
Reconquest: It became part of the palace of the Grand Priors of Castile and León of the Hospitaller Order of Saint John of Jerusalem.
Expansions: In 1618, under Philip III, a floor was added with windows and plaster ribbed vaults.

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TenaciousD

April 12, 2023

Built during the Almohad empire in the 13th century, the Torreón del Gran Prior tower-fortress is one of the jewels of the Alcázar de San Juan.

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Location: Alcázar De San Juan, Mancha, Ciudad Real, Castile-La Mancha, Spain

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