El Micalet, Bell tower in Valencia, Spain
The Miguelete Tower, also known as El Micalet, is a Gothic-style bell tower part of the Valencia Cathedral.
Constructed between the 14th and 15th centuries, it's one of the main historical landmarks in Valencia.
It's named after Saint Michael, the patron saint of Valencia, and its bell rings to mark special religious occasions.
Visitors can climb the 207 steps of the spiral staircase for a panoramic view of the city.
Unlike most Christian bell towers, it stands apart from the main body of the cathedral.
Location: Valencia
Inception: 1429
Architects: Andreu Julià, Pere Balaguer
Architectural style: Valencian Gothic
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