The town of Consuegra has an area of roughly 138 square miles (358 square kilometers) and a population of roughly 11,000 inhabitants.  It is situated between the two cities of Ciudad Real and Toledo, and its principal economic sector is agriculture—an industry that within Consuegra is dominated by the production of textiles and wood. The main sights and most important monuments in Consuegra, which we will describe in more detail below, are the windmills and the castle.

Most Spanish windmills, like those described beautifully in Cervantes’ Don Quixote, can be found in the community of Castile-La Mancha in central Spain, and the best examples of restored Spanish windmills can be found in Consuegra, where windmills spike the hill just outside of the town limits, giving tourists a one-of-a-kind view of the 12^th century castle and of the town.  The castle was once a stronghold when Consuegra was the seat and priory of the Knights of San Juan, the Spanish branch of the Knights of Hospitallers of the Order of St. John of Jerusalem.The town hall of Consuegra is located in the city’s main square known as Plaza de Espana, the major gathering place for residents during festivals and celebrations.  The town hall was built in the 16^th century in the Renaissance style, very near to another building called Los Corredores, a typical structure of the La Mancha community that previously served as the town hall.

The making of crafts is a major activity in Consuegra.  As you walk through the city you will find a number of workshops where classically designed items are crafted, including elaborate doors and furniture for domestic use, including chairs, bedroom sets and cabinets.