The windmills of Mota del Cuervo (Balcony of La Mancha).
The windmills of Mota del Cuervo, known as the "Balcony of La Mancha," are an iconic part of Spain’s cultural and historical landscape. Built to harness the region’s strong winds, they played a vital role in grinding grain into flour, essential for local breadmaking. Farmers from the surrounding areas relied on these mills to process their wheat, sustaining the rural economy for centuries.
Beyond their practical function, the windmills have become a symbol of Spanish heritage, famously featured in Miguel de Cervantes’ Don Quixote. In the novel, the delusional knight mistakes them for giants, creating one of literature’s most memorable scenes.
