Royal Alcázar of Segovia

Segovia, Spain

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The Royal Alcázar of Segovia is a medieval fortress and palace that has dominated a rocky crag at the western end of Segovia's Old City since at least the 12th century. Built of granite and stone, it represents a layered architectural heritage encompassing Mudéjar, Gothic, Romanesque, and Herrerian styles, with contributions from architects including Gaspar de Vega, Francisco de Mora, and Juan de Herrera. Positioned above the confluence of the Eresma and Clamores rivers, the Alcázar served Castilian monarchs as both royal residence and fortress, housing the Crown's treasure in its Homage tower—funds that famously supported Columbus's first voyage. By the 15th century it functioned as a royal archive and armory, establishing foundations for Spain's major institutional collections. Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site and National Archive museum since 1998, it remains one of the most visited landmarks in Spain and among the world's most renowned medieval castles.