Poblado Amurallado Puntal dels Llops

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Come and explore Puntal dels Llops in Olocau, an Iberian site in Sierra Calderona. Whether you hike here or take a free guided tour, the site promises history and unique landscapes.

During your time in Olocau, make sure to visit Puntal dels Llops, an extraordinary archaeological site dating back to the Iberian period. Perched 427m above sea level on the southern foothills of Sierra Calderona, the site affords panoramic vistas over Camp del Túria, l'Horta de València and the coast.

Puntal dels Llops was once a watchtower that played a critical role in defending and monitoring Edeta, which existed between the 5th and 2nd century BC. The tower was inhabited by an aristocrat that was an elite equestrian warrior, his family and servants. The monumental wall, watchtower and rooms lining a central street reveal its strategic importance.

Archaeological excavations, which concluded in the 1980s, show that the settlement was a site of daily domestic activities as well as rituals, agriculture, mining and artisanship. The Puntal dels Llops museum collection, which is housed in Casa de la Senyoria, exhibits some of these findings.

There are various ways to immerse yourself in Puntal dels Llops’ rich history. The free guided tours, which run Wednesday to Sunday, give you a profound insight into the archaeological site. And then there’s Iberfesta, an exciting fair held every year in July that will immerse you in Iberian culture through themed activities and events.

If you’re looking for a more direct connection with the local landscape, there is a 5.8km walk that will take you through old cultivation land and Mediterranean woodland all the way to the impressive archaeological remains of Puntal dels Llops. These experiences give you the opportunity to discover and admire this important historic site.

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