Forgotten History
Calatrava la Nueva
Aldea del Rey, Spain
Calatrava la Nueva (Sacro convento-castillo de Calatrava la Nueva) is a medieval castle and convent found on the peak of Alacranejo, within the municipality of Aldea del Rey, near Almagro, in the province of Ciudad Real, Spain. Its name is a reference to the Order of Calatrava, which was originally situated in Calatrava la Vieja, 60 km to the north. In 1217, the Order of Calatrava moved to Calatrava la Nueva. Thus, the original site became known as Calatrava la Vieja ("Old Calatrava") and the new site as Calatrava la Nueva ("New Calatrava").
- Category
- Forgotten History
- Location
- Aldea del Rey, Spain
- Coordinates
- 38.66630, -3.84520
- How to get there
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- Wikidata
- Q2933633
What is Calatrava la Nueva?
Calatrava la Nueva is a Forgotten History place on VeroMaps. Other places close by: Angel of Victory, Castillo de Miraflores, Fábrica de Harinas de Manzanares, Peñalosa.
Where is Calatrava la Nueva?
Calatrava la Nueva is in Aldea del Rey, Spain. Coordinates: 38.66630, -3.84520.
How do I get to Calatrava la Nueva?
Calatrava la Nueva is at Aldea del Rey, Spain (38.66630, -3.84520). Enter these coordinates in Google Maps, Apple Maps or OpenStreetMap for walking, cycling or driving directions.