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Castle of Turégano

Ancient fortress in Segovia, Spain From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

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The Castle of Turégano (Spanish: Castillo de Turégano) is an ancient fortress located in the town of Turégano north of Segovia, Spain.[1] The castle was founded on the site of a pre-existing fortress. Its structure is integrated into the adjacent church of San Miguel.

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Castle of Turégano, dating from Celtiberian times.

In 1585, the castle was used to imprison Antonio Pérez, the then-disgraced secretary of king Philip II.[2] An attempt by a group led by Álamos de Barrientos to free him from captivity here failed.[2]

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Plaza Mayor of Turégano and the castle.
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Back side of the castle.

41.1581°N 4.0053°W / 41.1581; -4.0053

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