Castillo de Monteagudo
The ruins of an Islamic castle on a lone hill northeast of the city, topped by a giant statue of Jesus. It is a striking landmark of the Murcia plain.
The castle dates from the Andalusian period of the 11th and 12th centuries. Together with the palace and garden ruins of the 'King' Ibn Mardanish at the foot of the hill, it forms an important remnant of Murcia's Islamic history. In 1951 a 14-meter statue of the Sacred Heart of Jesus was added at the summit. There is a visitor center at the foot of the hill, but the castle itself is usually visited only on a guided tour. It is about 6 km from the city center.
Opening hours
Visitor center approx. Tue–Sun mornings (castle ascent depends on guided tours)
Nearby sights
- Archaeological Museum of Murcia
- Museo de Santa Clara la Real
- Calle Trapería & Calle Platería
- Real Casino de Murcia
- Murcia Cathedral
- Plaza del Cardenal Belluga
- Plaza de las Flores
- Puente de los Peligros