Once the castle’s main defense point, the tower was used as the residence of the Lord, housing the main rooms and, on occasions, granary store. It was positioned on the northern side of the castle

The most emblematic monument of the town and an exceptional witness to the historical evolution of the town. The origin of the castle is linked to the Visigoths, although a fortress possibly already existed prior to this time.

The chapel was built between the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries with a Latin cross floor plan, which is covered with a lowered half-barrel vault in the body of the cross, ribbed vaults in the arms of the cross.

Visible for miles, the Renaissance-style Parish Church, built in a former Muslim enclave, was known as Iglesia de Santa María in the fourteenth century. In the sixteenth century, the current church was built on its site; this demolition and reconstruction process is expensed in local archives.

The Moorish Iznatoraf was a medina well adapted to the topographical characteristics of the land and strongly walled. However, Fernando III, who did not encounter resistance to his conquest in 1229.

The school complex is situated in the beautiful heart of the Natural Park and provides opportunities for environmental education, rural tourism and recreation. The activities on offer here include hiking, workshops in nature, bread and perfume, horse riding, fruit orchards, a zip line, sports, gymkhanas, cooperative games, climbing, archery, swimming, cultural visits and mountain cycling.

The only remains of this castle are a rammed earth tower built by the Muslims prior to the Battle of Las Navas de Tolosa. In 1169, this castle was conquered by Calatravo Knights commanded by Fernando de Icaza, second Master of the Order.

The cave known as Cueva de los Muñecos (Cave of the Dolls) is located in one of the most rugged spots in the Sierra Morena, within the Despeñaperros Natural Park. It sits in a ravine between huge blocks of stone.

The Museum of the Battle of Las Navas de Tolosa presents, in an original and educational way, the historical events of a battle that changed the course of history.

In the original building, the local policeman and his family lived on the ground floor, with municipal offices above and the jail at the rear. It was rebuilt in 1991, retaining the double façade. The metal bell assembly is a modern recreation of the original design.

During the colonization of the area (see La Carolina), the 1768 Agricultural Reform Bill for Andalusia stated that each northern European settler family receive a house with 33 hectares of land.

This colonial-style church dates from 1793 the period when the Nuevas Poblaciones were founded in this area, including La Carolina. It was built on the site of the original chapel, erected by order of King Alfonso VIII to celebrate the victory of the Battle of Las Navas de Tolosa in 1212

During the Battle of Las Navas de Tolosa, it was considered a Miracle that the cross, carried in the vanguard in combat by the canon Don Domingo Pascual de Almoguera accompanied by a small escort of Knights, was not captured or destroyed by the Arabs .

The old mining complexes in the north of the province of Jaén are stunning landscapes and a great place for those who are keen on stargazing. This area has a spectacular Northern and Western horizon, where it is possible to see the elusive zodiacal light on winter nights.

Construction of this church was commissioned by the Intendant of the New Populations in 1777, and it was completed in 1783.

In 1565, a community of Friars was established here. The current main altar of this hermitage is the primitive oratory of the old convent of La Peñuela.

Look out for the modern monument dedicated to the Battle of Las Navas de Tolosa, which was inaugurated in 1881. It depicts the Kings, Alfonso of Castilla as well as several Archbishops who also took part in the Battle.

The Neoclassical-style old prison is where the popular liberal General ‘Riego’ (Rafael del Riego y Nuñez) was held after being taken prisoner at a country estate near the village of Arquillos.

This was one of the first streets of La Carolina, laid out by Pablo de Olavide in 1767. It originally linked Plaza del Ayuntamiento with the church, and its design is attributed to the military engineer, Desnaux.

These two well-worn, unassuming towers date back to 1768, but were moved here from Plaza del Ayuntamiento in 1873, divided into three panels. The top of the right tower is dedicated to Carlos III and bears his royal crest.