Alcazaba of Almería facts for kids
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| Alcazaba de Almeria | |
| Almería Andalucía, Spain | |
The Alcazaba taken from the east overlooking the first enclosure
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| Type | Fortress |
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| Site history | |
| Built | 10th century |
| Built by | Abd ar-Rahman III |
The Alcazaba of Almería is a huge, old fortress in Almería, a city in southern Spain. It's like a giant castle with strong walls, built a very long time ago. The word alcazaba comes from an Arabic word, al-qasbah, which means a walled-fortress inside a city. This amazing place was even one of the 100 finalists for the 12 Treasures of Spain in 2007!
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The Alcazaba of Almería: A Mighty Fortress
The Alcazaba of Almería is a very important historical site. It shows us how people lived and built things many centuries ago. It's a great example of Islamic architecture in Spain.
What is an Alcazaba?
An alcazaba is a special kind of fortress. It's usually built on a high spot to protect a city. These strongholds often have:
- Tall walls
- Towers for defense
- Courtyards
- Gardens inside
They were designed to keep people safe from attacks. The Alcazaba of Almería is one of the biggest and best-preserved in Spain.
History of the Alcazaba
The Alcazaba of Almería was started in the 10th century. It was built by a very powerful ruler named Abd al-Rahman III. He was the Caliph of Córdoba. He wanted to make Almería a strong and important city.
Over the years, different rulers added to the Alcazaba. This means it has parts built in different styles. It has seen many changes throughout history. It stood strong through many battles and events.
Exploring the Alcazaba
When you visit the Alcazaba, you can see different areas. It's like walking through history!
- Outer Walls: These are the first line of defense. They are very tall and strong. You can see towers and battlements along them.
- Inner Courtyards: Inside the walls, there are open spaces. These were used for daily life.
- Gardens: Even in a fortress, there were beautiful gardens. They provided a peaceful place for the people living there.
- Defensive Towers: These towers helped soldiers watch for enemies. They also provided strong points for defense.
The Alcazaba is a popular place to visit today. It offers amazing views of Almería and the sea. It helps us imagine what life was like long ago.
Images for kids
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Merlons of the walls.
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The walls with defensive tower.
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Wall of the Alcazaba.
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Inner courtyard.
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The gardens
See also
In Spanish: Alcazaba y Murallas del Cerro de San Cristóbal para niños
