History - population in the frontier Nazari from XIII century, was surrounded by defenses consisting of thick walls with towers at intervals, being all all battlements. There are few remaining traces of the medieval village of Zahara to give an idea of \u200b\u200bwhat was its original appearance, but should be impressive, layered defense to be adapting to the ground in several places would be defended by two walls, even up to three considering their own castle.
In 1282 Alfonso X the Wise requested a meeting with the Sultan of Morocco Yusef Aben, who asked for help to fight his son, the future King Sancho IV had Revolt. The Sultan will accept your request housed in Zahara, as an important realm border Nazari controlled militarily by the Cora Ronda.
Between 1407 and 1481 the fort passed into Christian hands, but was again recovered by Nazari. The final conquest by the English came in 1483, when the popular heroism and courage of Don Rodrigo Ponce de Leon, Marquis of Cadiz, made possible the taking of the castle after a hard climb and subsequent fighting, though few men accompanied him.
From time immemorial the castle of Zahara has been a source of legends. One of the most famous inhabitants that sighted the danger at night by throwing stones over the precipice. If flying pigeons, is that there was not. Christians were at the bottom, and when the first stones fell doves released. So the guards caught unawares Moors and conquered so impregnable stronghold.
Description - It retains the keep and the remains of the castle, situated on the bluff overlooking the town, with a timeline that runs from the thirteenth century the XV. The best preserved stretch of wall is in the eastern part.
Condition - Located in ruins. There are only a few traces. Partial restoration has been made.
Ownership and Use - is owned by the City of Zahara.
Protection - was declared a Cultural Monument to the category (code: 110 420 001). Under the protection of the general declaration of the Decree of April 22, 1949, and Law 16/1985 English Historical Heritage. In 1993 the Andalusian gave special recognition to the castles of the autonomous community of Andalusia.
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