The medina is one of the most representative archaeological sites of Islamic art in the region. It was originally built in the 10th century as an administrative and power centre in the middle of the Arab domination.
The visit includes an interpretation centre with audiovisual projections explaining the history of the site, and then a shuttle bus is available for a fee to take you to the archaeological site itself and take you on a tour of the site.
At the site you can see the typical Moorish arches like the ones in the mosque of Córdoba. Guided tours are also available.
There is a car park next to the interpretation centre.

The second stop is in Almodovar del Río, you are about to visit a fortress that was originally built by the Arabs.
Leave your car in this car park and continue on foot.

It is one of the best preserved castles in Spain thanks to the restoration process. Located on the hill of La Floresta, it enjoys privileged views of the Sierra Morena and the town of Almodóvar del Rio.
The fortress originated during the Moorish period and later underwent successive extensions during the Christian reconquest. You can visit the rooms, courtyards and towers, and there are even areas for dramatized visits. Everything is set up to give you an experience as if you were in the middle of the Middle Ages.
For Game of Thrones fans, scenes from the 7th season were filmed here, in particular the castle served as the seat of the Kingdom of Altojardín.
After leaving the castle and picking up the car, head to the historical centre of Almodóvar del Río to have lunch.

Typical Andalusian décor, homemade food and excellent service. Ideal to try local dishes such as Almodovar croquettes or mazamorra. Although it is not the cheapest in town, the quality and presentation is worth it.
Their desserts are a real madness. The apple pie with mango ice cream or the chocolate coulant are extraordinary.
With a full belly after lunch, continue the route to the village of Hornachuelos which is within a half an hour's drive.

Leave the car in this car park and start the tour of the village of Hornachuelos, located on the edge of the hills of the same name.

Also originating from the Arab period, the castle is in the middle of the historic centre of Hornachuelos. From the castle there are views of the natural park of the hills of Hornachuelos.
Of what was once one of the main fortresses of the area, only a few parts remain: the tower of homage, the parade ground and the cistern. The Arabs used the water from the hill to fill the cistern and thus had water inside the fortress.

Walking through the historic centre of Hornachuelos you come across this surprise, houses hanging from a ravine at the edge of the road, something very similar to the hanging houses of Cuenca or the landscape of the village of Setenil de las Bodegas.
From the Plaza del Mirador you get the best views of these houses and the surrounding landscape.
After admiring the views, it takes only five minutes to reach the parking area to take the car and head to the last stop.

Cuevas Bajas is a restaurant located a few metres from the road. It has a varied menu, well presented dishes and regional delicacies.
Grilled meats, tapas and salads are some dishes on the menu. If you go with children, there is a children's play area to keep them entertained.