Castle of Matrera
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Castle of Matrera (Spanish: Castillo de Matrera or Torre Matrera) is a medieval castle at Villamartín near Prado del Rey in Spain dating back to the 9th century. It was declared a national monument in 1949[1] and an example of Bien de Interés Cultural ("Heritage of Cultural Interest") in 1985.[2] The structure underwent a controversial restoration in 2015.
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Castle of Matrera | |
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Native name Spanish: Castillo de Matrera | |
Location | Villamartín, Spain |
Coordinates | 36.807256°N 5.565622°W / 36.807256; -5.565622 |
Built | 9th century |
Official name | Castillo de Matrera |
Type | Non-movable |
Criteria | Monument |
Designated | 1985 |
Reference no. | (R.I.) – 51 – 0008200 – 00000 |
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