The Ibiza Castle, also known as Dalt Vila Castle, is one of the main attractions of this beautiful island. An old walled citadel that stands on a gently sloping hill, located next to the sea.
It is a castle with a long history, since it functioned as the seat of government in each period in which it was inhabited, being, historically, the house of government of the island. A fortress that you cannot miss if you go to Ibiza. Do you want to know more about her? Well pay attention because here we tell you why to visit the Castle of Ibiza.
The Castle of Dalt Vila or Ibiza is one of the essential places to see on this charming island, both for its beauty and its historical importance. It is located on a high promontory, in the current area of the historic center of the city. And from it, you can see extraordinary views, both of the town and the coast.
What to see in the castle of Ibiza
The Almudaina
La Almudaina is the fortified complex that is located inside the walls of Dalt Vila. This monument dates from Muslim times. Although, the reforms that it received were constant. It is attached to the fortification area since the wall and tower that separated them were demolished.
The enclosure walls
The Renaissance-style walls of Ibiza, called Dalt Vila, are so important that they were declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1999. They mark the perimeter of the historic part of the city.
This impressive wall is made up of seven bastions, with a perimeter length of 1,800 meters.
The Portal of Ses Taules or Gate of the Sea
The Portal de Ses Taules is the main entrance to the walled enclosure and is located near the bastion of Sant Joan. It is known as the Portal de Ses Taules due to the wooden drawbridge that was installed there until the 19th century.
The Castle''s Patio de Armas
After crossing the Ses Taules portal, we access the main square, which dates from the end of the 16th century and is popularly known as "El Rastrillo". It is made up of a porch with ten semicircular arches that houses a large fireplace.
