alcazar
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Behind the temple the ancient alcazar, the Almudaina, flaunted its red, Moorish, almost windowless towers.
From The Dead Command From the Spanish Los Muertos Mandan by Douglas, Frances
All merchandise for exportation was to be deposited in the alcazar, where the return cargoes were to be received, and contracts made for their sale.
From The History of the Reign of Ferdinand and Isabella the Catholic — Volume 2 by Prescott, William Hickling
The alcazar, thus improved, became a fitting residence for the sovereign of Spain.
From History of the Reign of Philip the Second, King of Spain, Vols. 1 and 2 by Prescott, William Hickling
He was then conducted to the alcazar, and the keys of the fortress were put into his hand.
From The History of the Reign of Ferdinand and Isabella the Catholic — Volume 3 by Prescott, William Hickling
Landing at Barcelona, Francis was taken to Madrid and lodged in the alcazar, under the most vigilant guard.
From Historical Tales - The Romance of Reality - Volume VII by Morris, Charles
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