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Plate 1: Alcazar at Segovia, Spain, built by Henry IV of Castile, 15th century: combination of military and residential architecture that uses siting functionally, as well as for psychological and aesthetic effect. Segovia: Alcázar
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Alcázar

palace, Segovia, Spain
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Plate 1: Alcazar at Segovia, Spain, built by Henry IV of Castile, 15th century: combination of military and residential architecture that uses siting functionally, as well as for psychological and aesthetic effect.
Plate 1: Alcazar at Segovia, Spain, built by Henry IV of Castile, 15th century: combination of military and residential architecture that uses siting functionally, as well as for psychological and aesthetic effect.

The Alcázar of Segovia is a historic fortified palace located in Segovia, Spain. The term "alcázar" itself comes from the Arabic word for "castle" or "fortress". This particular Alcázar, with mentions dating back to the 12th century, commands a prominent position on a rocky ledge above the city. It served as a royal residence for the kings of Castile, and notably, Isabella I was crowned queen there in 1474. Although the original structure was largely destroyed by fire in 1862, it has since been extensively restored. The city of Segovia, where the Alcázar stands, was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1985.12

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