Archez

Árchez, stands as a true testament to the rich history and Muslim culture of the region. Known as the 12th century Merinite jewelThe narrow alleyways and cramped layout of the houses reflect their Arabic origin. This town is also an ideal destination for nature and sports lovers. You can enjoy outdoor activities such as a walk along the Turvilla River.

Its minaret, a 14th century Almohad jewel

Archez preserves a minaret, which once belonged to its mosque and which today serves as a bell tower attached to the church of Nuestra Señora de la Encarnación.

This minaret is a 14th-century Almohad architectural jewel. Its red-brick tower is the only surviving Nasrid jewel. It has a square structure and is 15 m high. There is an ornamentation between the brick lozenges of the cloth based on stylised vegetal themes, similar to the symmetrical theme of the Tree of Life, with four offshoots on each side and other more abstract themes that are difficult to identify, both painted in black.

The 20 April 1979 it was declared a National Heritage Historic-Artistic Monument, is well preserved and is one of the best examples of Almohad architecture.

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