Consuegra: The Town of Windmills and Saffron
f you love Spain and its rich history, you shouldn't miss visiting the windmills in Consuegra. This picturesque village lies about 60 km south of Toledo and is famous for its collection of 12 white windmills atop the Cerro Calderico hill. The windmills are symbols of the La Mancha region and were the inspiration for the famous novel Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes. In this article, you will learn more about the history, technology, and current use of these unique structures, as well as other tourist attractions in the area. History of the Windmills in Consuegra Windmills began to be built in La Mancha in the 16th and 17th centuries as an alternative to water mills, which were insufficient due to the dry climate. The mills were used to grind grain and other crops into flour or animal feed. They were constructed from stone or bricks and had conical roofs covered with metal sheets that turned according to the wind direction. Four wooden blades were driven by the wind, transferring...