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Fortress of Santa Barbara in Alicante, Spain

The Castle of St. Barbara is located on Mount Benacantil right in the center of Alicante and is visible from virtually anywhere in the city and the whole coast. On Mount Benacantil, archaeologists have found objects that bear witness to human life here during the Bronze Age, the development of the Iberian culture, the reign of the Roman Empire. The castle of St. Barbara itself, which is a massive fortress, was laid here even during the Arab conquests in the late 9th century. The name of the castle is due to the fact that it was won from Muslims by the Infanta Alfonso of Castile on the day of the commemoration of St. Barbara, December 4, 1248.

Throughout its history, the castle has undergone significant changes. 50 years after his conquest by the Spaniards, under King Jaime II, it was slightly rebuilt. Under King Pedro IV, almost a century later, additional walls were built here, and by the order of King Charles I at the beginning of the 16th century fortifications were erected in the fortress. Also in the 16th century, the main rooms and utility rooms were built, which remained untouched to this day.

The fortress has suffered significantly from many wars that have affected Spain. Since 1963 the fortress is open for free visits.

Three-level castle of St. Barbara appears before us in all its splendor. At the first level, a monument to the famous military commander Alicante and the viceroy of New Mexico, Felix Berenguer de Marquin, is erected. On the second and third levels are the most notable buildings, such as the Philip II hall, the Guard Corps, the English bastion, the Hall of Fame and the ruined ancient chapel of St. Barbara. In the castle you can see a collection of sculptures, represented mainly by the busts of the outstanding personalities of Spain. From the top of the fortress offers an amazing view of Alicante and the Mediterranean coast.

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