Giralda de Badajoz, Neo-Mudejar tower in Plaza de la Soledad, Badajoz, Spain.
Description
Giralda Tower is a scaled-down replica of Seville's famous bell tower, featuring ornate ceramic tiles, decorative flowerpots, and detailed metalwork across its facade. The neo-Mudéjar structure stands prominently in Plaza de la Soledad.
History
Architects Adel Pinna and Martín Corral constructed the tower in 1935 on the site of a 17th-century hermitage. This project reflected the Neo-Mudéjar movement, which blended Moorish traditions with contemporary design.
Culture
The tower displays Moorish building details that came from the 1929 Ibero-American Exhibition in Seville. At its top sits a statue of Mercury, symbolizing commerce and trade.
Practical
The interior now houses a Telephone Museum, with exhibits focused on telecommunications history and development. Plan your visit around standard opening hours and check current conditions beforehand.
Did you know?
The building was originally constructed as a department store headquarters for Giralda Stores and operated for years under the family management of the Cancho García household. It later passed to a telecommunications company that established its museum inside.
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