Lighting improved at the site of the medieval synagogue in Lorca castle

Lorca continues to invest in the historical significance of the Fortress of the Sun

The remains of the medieval synagogue which stood within the confines of Lorca castle until the expulsion of the Jews (along with the Moors) from Spain in the late 15^th century has become one of the city’s most important tourist attractions in recent years, and it has just been announced that a further 52,000 euros (52,106.60€, for those who enjoy precision) have been invested in a new lighting system at the site.

Financed by Next Generation EU funds, the project consists of installing new posts and projectors, especially designed to blend in with the historic setting in order to enhance the experience of visitors. The overall aim, according to Councillor Santiago Parra, is to make Lorca castle a nationwide benchmark in the field of preserving historical heritage and making it available to all, while at the same time embracing the values of intercultural tolerance which were exemplified by life in the castle in the Middle Ages.

The Jewish quarter of the castle was discovered during excavations at the Fortress of the Sun, and is among the most important of its kind in all of Spain. Visitors can now see the remains of homes, streets and public spaces within the complex, all of them shedding light on the way of life in the Jewish community in the 15^th century.

For more visiting information, local events and news contact the tourist office at the Palacio de Guevara (telephone 968 441914) or go to the home page of Lorca Today.