Alcazaba of Mérida
Alcazaba de Mérida
fortification in
Mérida
#7 in Mérida
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#256 in Spain
The Alcazaba of Mérida is a well-preserved Moorish fortress located in Mérida, Spain. Constructed in 835 AD during the reign of Abd ar-Rahman II, the fortress was built to protect the city and maintain control over the Guadiana River crossing. Its robust stone walls and strategic position exemplify Islamic military architecture of the period. The Alcazaba features a large central courtyard, a cistern that collects rainwater, and remnants of various buildings within its perimeter, offering a glimpse into the historical significance of this fortified complex.
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