Monday, October 17, 2016

The Alcázar of Segovia | Spain


Postcard
The Alcázar of Segovia is a fairy-tale-like castle, located in the old city of Segovia, Spain. The Alcázar was originally built as a fortress but has served as a royal palace, a state prison, a Royal Artillery College and a military academy since then. It is currently in use as a museum and a military archives building.

The Alcázar is part of UNESCO World Heritage site Old Town of Segovia and its Aqueduct.

Stamp
Protected Fauna – Crayfish, part of a set of three stamps issued in 2016.

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