Altamira castle, built during the almohad period (12-13th century), brick exterior from the 15th century.
From the 6th century BC there have been written artefacts that allow us to identify some of the peoples living in the peninsula, starting with the historical…
As the Iberian culture evolved over a long time it is convenient to diVide it into at least three very generalised time periods.
The old phase or Archaic…
The old phase or Archaic…
The foundation of the Roman colony of Ilici began in the middle of the 1st century BC. It first began to prosper around year 42 BC and became firmly established…
About the middle of the X century the medina is fortified, giving way to the vila murada which forms the center of the future city.
The stretch of wall dates…
The stretch of wall dates…
Tribute tower, Islamic period, rebuilt with 2 additional levels in the Christian period.
Lady of Elche, 4th century BC, Iberian. Copy.
Lady of Elche, 4th century BC, Iberian. Copy.
Lady of Elche, 4th century BC, Iberian. Copy.
Lady of Elche, 4th century BC, Iberian. Copy.
"Enocoe" or jug, Iberian.
"Enocoe" or jug, Iberian.
