Forgotten History
Moorish Castle
Gibraltar, United Kingdom
The Moorish Castle is the name given to a medieval fortification in Gibraltar comprising various buildings, gates, and fortified walls, with the dominant features being the Tower of Homage and the Gate House. Part of the castle itself also housed the prison of Gibraltar until it was relocated in 2010. The Tower of Homage is clearly visible to all visitors to Gibraltar; not only because of its striking construction, but also because of its dominant and strategic position. Although sometimes compared to the nearby alcazars in Spain, the Moorish Castle in Gibraltar was constructed by the Marinid dynasty, making it unique in the Iberian Peninsula.
- Category
- Forgotten History
- Location
- Gibraltar, United Kingdom
- Coordinates
- 36.14389, -5.35000
- How to get there
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- Wikidata
- Q249047
What is Moorish Castle?
Moorish Castle is a Forgotten History place on VeroMaps. Other places close by: Gibraltar Nature Reserve, Bristol Hotel, Caleta Hotel, Queen's Hotel, Gibraltar.
Where is Moorish Castle?
Moorish Castle is in Gibraltar, United Kingdom. Coordinates: 36.14389, -5.35000.
How do I get to Moorish Castle?
Moorish Castle is at Gibraltar, United Kingdom (36.14389, -5.35000). Enter these coordinates in Google Maps, Apple Maps or OpenStreetMap for walking, cycling or driving directions.