Alcazar de Segovia: What Makes It One of the World’s Greatest Medieval Castles?

Описание: Alcazar de Segovia is one of the most impressive medieval castles in Spain — and the world.
Perched atop a rocky hill in central Spain, this iconic fortress has been a royal palace, a military academy, and the site of historic events — from the coronation of Queen Isabella to the shaping of Spanish science and politics.
In this video, we delve into the Alcazar’s rich and storied past, highlighting the features that make it a remarkable destination today.

What you'll see in this video :
• The castle’s royal legacy and architectural marvels
• Key moments in Spanish history tied to the Alcazar
• Famous rooms like the Hall of the Kings, the Throne Room, or the Hall of the Galley
• Why this castle continues to fascinate travelers and historians alike

LINKS
Link to the official website in Spanish
► https://www.alcazardesegovia.com/
Link to the official Spain's official tourism website in English
► https://www.spain.info/en/places-of-i...
Link to the Alcazar of Segovia page on our website
► https://www.castlesworld.com/castles/...

TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Introduction
01:21 History of the Castle
06:28 The Castle today
07:16 Inside the Alcazar: the magnificent rooms and spaces
09:37 The Tower of Juan II
10:16 Outro

Alcazar de Segovia served both as a royal palace and a fortress for the Castilian monarchs.
This imposing edifice was home to twenty-two kings, as well as other notable historical and scientific figures.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Spain’s top tourist attractions, Alcazar de Segovia is even believed to have inspired Cinderella’s Castle at Walt Disney World.

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