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Islamic origins between the 10th and 12th centuries. After the Christian conquest by James I in 1233, the king granted the castle and the title of baron to the knight Ximén d'Urrea. It was a key military fortress for controlling the Tinença d’Alcalatén, and underwent renovations in the 15th and 16th centuries under Christian rule. It was declared a Site of Cultural Interest on May 30, 2000 (code RI-51-0010535).

Here is detailed information about Alcalatén Castle (also called Castle of l’Alcalatén or Castle of San Salvador), located in L’Alcora (Castellón): It is located on the slope of Mount San Cristóbal (or San Salvador), about 3km north of L’Alcora, accessible by the CV-190 road towards Lucena del Cid, at an elevation of about 370m above sea level, overlooking the valley and the river of l’Alcora.

Castle complex/ruins with fantastic views. Unfortunately, dogs are not allowed in, so one always had to stay outside

After the Reconquista, many castles in the region were modified or rebuilt to adapt to Christian styles and needs.

The Castro Castle, an Arab fortress with an impressive watchtower at a height of about 780 m, was a fundamental bastion of the Moorish resistance at the time of their expulsion. It was taken by the Duke of Segorbe and General Cavanilles after the Castillo de Aín had also fallen. It was also used in the Carlist Wars. The castle covers an area of about 2,000 m2, where two parts can be distinguished: the "Albacar", a fortified refuge for the inhabitants of the towns dependent on the fortress; and on the other side, the castle itself, which presided surrounded by a large keep that was demolished in 1938 during the Civil War. The views are impressively beautiful.

Uixó Castle was built by the Arabs in the 10th century. Although it is in a ruined state, you can still clearly see the wall structure that defended it and gives it an imposing appearance. The fortress consisted of two well-differentiated enclosures, of which the first, the Albarca, the large space intended for the parade ground, can be distinguished. In the upper part, which would correspond to the citadel, the bases of some towers, remains of cisterns and remains of some buildings are preserved. https://castillosespanyoles.blogspot.com/2011/05/castillo-de-la-vall-duixo-castellon.html

This memorial complex has been created by the Alcudia de Veo City Council with the help of the Generalitat Valenciana (Department of Justice) and with the collaboration of various people and associations. The objective is to raise awareness about the devastating effects of war and the importance of conserving and disseminating heritage as a vehicle for transmitting our Historical Memory.

To get here the ideal is to do it from Alcudia de Veo. Taking the CV-215 in the direction of Algimia de Almonacid, at km 1 is the entrance to the Jinquer path. Following this path, you will reach the uninhabited area of Jinquer, where a few meters before the general information panel where the route begins is located. Once here, it is advisable to start the itinerary from the Jinquer desert, then take the path that passes next to Puntal del Gordo and end on the heights of Almenarilla, in the hills known as "Las Dos Tetas". The route passes between pines, holm oaks, cork oaks, poplars, chestnut trees and oaks in the heart of the Sierra de Espadán Natural Park, and allows you to enjoy privileged views over the coastal plain. In addition, it has indications along the way and explanatory panels together with some vestiges.