π΄The Castle of Cocaπ΄ β«It is located in the Coca municipality, central Spain. β«The castle was constructed in the 15th century. β«A scale model of the castle has been built in the MudΓ©jar theme park and another replica built at a ratio of 1:25 is placed in the Minimundus miniature park in Klagenfurt, Austria. β«Coca Castle is built of brick, laid in a smooth surface so that the mortar layers and lines of brickwork are equally emphasized, creating a decorative surface pattern. β«The bricks used in the construction of Castillo de Coca are different from regular bricks as they are hardened to withstand enemy onslaught. β«Geometrical patterns featured in the castle are a hybrid of Moorish Muslim and Christian Gothic architecture. β«The defense system of the castle features three tiers consisting of wall circuits enclosed within a moat and a central keep. β«It also have rectangular towers on the corners of the walls. β«The battlements on the walls have been constructed as both ornament and as defensive fortifications. β«There are several rooms in Coca Castle that are open for tourists including the chapel and Weapons room. . . . FOLLOW me @Historical_grams to enjoy more and more posts about our world's marvelous History.β€ . . . #castle #medieval #cocacastle #battle #fortress #fort #spanish #spain #middleages #coca #audible #archaeology #history #ancient #art #world #traveling #discovery #ancienthistory #travel #archaeological #historic #london #paris #photography #usa #vacation #travelphotography #historical_grams (at Castillo de Coca) https://www.instagram.com/p/CPR1fDlnUoI/?utm_medium=tumblr
