Jorquera

Spain

Jorquera is a municipality in the province of Albacete, within the autonomous community of Castile-La Mancha, Spain. It is located in the southeastern part of the country, in the region historically known as La Manchuela, on the banks of the Júcar river.

The town has a population of 529, making it a small and sparsely populated municipality typical of the rural interior of Castile-La Mancha. Its economy and settlement pattern reflect the character of this part of Albacete province.

Jorquera is best known for its historic hilltop old town and the remains of its castle, which overlook the surrounding gorge of the Júcar. The municipality's position on the river has shaped its history and its landscape.

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