Torre de la Plata, Military tower in historic district, Seville, Spain.
The Torre de la Plata is an octagonal brick tower standing in Seville's old quarter as part of the medieval wall system that once protected the city. The structure rises above the surrounding streets and connects with other defensive structures through what remains of the ancient fortification network.
The tower was built in the 13th century under the Almohad dynasty as a defensive structure along the river's edge as part of a larger fortification chain. Over centuries, the tower lost its military purpose and fell into disrepair until the late 20th century brought renewal efforts.
The tower's name comes from a silver gleam that supposedly appears when sunlight bounces off the brick surface toward the Guadalquivir River. Today, visitors can see how the structure forms part of the city's street layout, connecting past fortifications with present-day neighborhoods.
The tower is located near major landmarks, making it easy to visit while exploring the old quarter on foot. Early mornings or late afternoons offer the quietest experience when exploring the surrounding streets and nearby historic buildings.
The tower underwent major restoration work in 1992 after sitting abandoned for decades with vegetation covering significant portions of its brick surface. This recovery brought the structure back from the brink of complete deterioration.
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