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Zorita de los Canes, Spain
'Alcazaba of Zorita', Zorita de los Canes
'Alcazaba of Zorita', Zorita de los Canes
Coat of arms of Zorita de los Canes, Spain
Coat of arms
Zorita de los Canes is located in Province of Guadalajara
Zorita de los Canes
Zorita de los Canes
Location in Province of Guadalajara
Zorita de los Canes is located in Castilla-La Mancha
Zorita de los Canes
Zorita de los Canes
Location in Castilla-La Mancha
Zorita de los Canes is located in Spain
Zorita de los Canes
Zorita de los Canes
Location in Spain
Country  Spain
Autonomous community Castile-La Mancha
Province Guadalajara
Comarca La Alcarria
Municipality Zorita de los Canes
Area
 • Total 20.23 km2 (7.81 sq mi)
Elevation
590 m (1,940 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 70
 • Density 3.46/km2 (9.0/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)

Zorita de los Canes is a small town in Spain. It is located in the province of Guadalajara, which is part of the Castile-La Mancha region. This quiet municipality is known for its rich history. In 2018, about 70 people lived here. One of its most famous landmarks is the ancient Castle of Zorita de los Canes-Alcazaba de Zorita.

Discover Zorita de los Canes

Zorita de los Canes is a charming place. It is nestled in the heart of Spain. The town offers a glimpse into the past. It is a great spot to learn about Spanish history. The area around Zorita is very peaceful.

A Look at Its History

The history of Zorita de los Canes goes back a long time. The town has seen many changes. It has been home to different groups of people. Each group left its mark on the area.

Who Owned the Castle?

The famous castle in Zorita has a long story. In 1174, a king named Alfonso VIII received the castle. He was an important ruler in Spain. Later, the castle belonged to powerful families. The Dukes of Pastrana owned it for many years. They kept it until 1723. After that, the Counts of San Rafael took ownership. This shows how important the castle was.

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