Alcalá la Real is a spectacular town in Jaen that is located on a strategic natural communication route between the Guadalquivir valley and the Granada plain. This location has given it great importance over the centuries. On the hill of La Mota stands a fortress of the same name that is a collection of civilizations, especially from the Muslim period, although the Romans previously settled here, and later Gothic and Renaissance style buildings were added.

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Beautiful and lively place. Nice restaurants and cafes

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Alcalá la Real is located at a strategic point between the Guadalquivir Valley and the plains of Granada, which has given it a significant role in Andalusian history. The city's …

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View of Castillo de Locubín – Alcalá la Real loop from Alcalá la Real

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Alcalá la Real – View of Castillo de Locubín loop from Valdepeñas de Jaén

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View of Charilla – View of Castillo de Locubín loop from Alcalá la Real

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03:31

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Elevation 910 m

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Location: Alcalá La Real, Sierra Sur, Jaén, Andalusia, Spain

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View of Castillo de Locubín – Alcalá la Real loop from Alcalá la Real

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Alcalá la Real – View of Castillo de Locubín loop from Valdepeñas de Jaén

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View of Charilla – View of Castillo de Locubín loop from Alcalá la Real

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