A must-visit pink town - Albarracín

Unlike the hustle and bustle of many Spanish cities, the town of Albarracín, located in the province of Teruel in the autonomous community of Aragon, Spain, is truly a paradise away from the worldly turmoil. The town is situated on the mountainside of the Sierra de Albarracín at an altitude of 1171 meters, occupying a strategic location. It was once an ancient kingdom of Aragon, where the Catholic Monarchs and the Moors fiercely contested the area during the Reconquista in the 15th century, The streets, gardens, squares, and stairways of those days have been perfectly preserved, among which the ancient city walls are the most noteworthy. The oldest part of the wall was built in the year 1000, In addition to the walls, the town also has a cathedral, town hall, and the House of Julianeta, the Palace of Monterde, and other buildings. Albarracín has repeatedly been voted the most beautiful town in Spain. This town, nestled in the mountains, is like a hidden paradise, offering people unparalleled tranquility and peace. You will be surprised to find this well-preserved Spanish town surrounded by its defensive walls, with rolling hills all around. Located at the highest point of the city walls is the famous Andador Tower, built in the 10th century, from where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the town, the abandoned walls, and the ruins of the old castle. On the way to Albarracín, not all roads are shaded by green trees and rolling hills; sometimes what catches the eye is the barren red earth, and the magical town is situated among these mountains. Parking outside the town, you walk into the town, wander through the streets and alleys, climb to the highest point, looking back every three steps, the pink Albarracín under the sunlight is so charming and moving. As time flows, the ancient town of Albarracín, with a thousand years of historical sediment, becomes even more beautiful. The town, away from the hustle and bustle, is forever one of the most moving souls of Spain. Albarracín is such a well-preserved medieval town that proudly stands on the cliffs over a thousand meters above sea level. Walking down, back to the town, the complex terrain, winding streets, hanging balconies, seemingly within reach eaves, and the seemingly abrupt yet harmonious houses, all make up the unique charm of Albarracín, a world unto itself.