Castillo de Galisteo

The Castillo de Galisteo originates from a 13th-century Muslim fortification later reconstructed by Christian builders in Extremadura, approximately 80 kilometers from Cáceres. The town experienced its golden period between 1229 and 1837 as capital of the Lordship of Galisteo. While the original palace-fortress has largely vanished, a 15th-century tower and 16th-century palace entrance survive, now repurposed as a water storage facility. Galisteo's most striking feature is its intact walled enclosure built from river stones, with three preserved gates—Santa María, la Villa, and the King's gate—forming a rare example of medieval urban fortifications.