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Sights to Visit: Spain » Castille-La Mancha » Guadalajara » Zorita de los Canes » Recópolis Archaeology Park

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Recópolis Archaeology Park, Zorita de los Canes

<< 1 / 3 >> Category: Archeological site Location: Zorita de los Canes Longtitude: -2.89376020 Latitude: 40.32079832 The remains of city of Recópolis are located on a hill, one kilometer south-west from the village of Zorita de los Canes. The site of Recópolis was founded in 578 by King Leovigildo in memory of his son Recaredo. It is one of the few preserved remains of Visigoths culture. There are still well-preserved objects as the castle (palace), the Visigoth basilica, the aqueduct and the quarries from various periods, as well as pathways, waterways and medieval mills. The city was the administrative, political and economic center, and a witness to the importance of the Kingdom of Toledo. Share

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Other sights, landmarks and places of interest when visit municipality of Zorita de los Canes >> Castle of Zorita de los Canes (category: Fortress)

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