Laqaliq Castle (Stork’s Castle), al-Nasr (Eagle Castle) or Nuestra Señora de Europa Castle

Laqaliq Castle (Stork’s Castle), al-Nasr (Eagle Castle) or Nuestra Señora de Europa Castle as it was known during Spanish rule in the 17th century. It was built in the 16th century to defend the road to Fes and the Kasbah. It is a magnificent example of a European renaissance fortification, that was probably built by captive Italian or Portuguese military engineers. It is built in the shape of an equilateral triangle. The bastions which are located in each of its three corners represent sharpened arrow points, in an attempt to threaten potential enemies. Unfortunately, the one on the north side was removed during the Spanish Protectorate period. Very impressive structure still in very good condition.

Black Hadik.