Torre de Sant Joan, Coastal defense tower in Amposta, Spain.
The square stone structure stands partially submerged in the shallow waters of Alfacs Bay, with truncated pyramid shape and convex walls.
King Philip II ordered the construction of this tower in 1576 as part of a network to protect the region from Saracen pirate attacks.
The tower maintained a garrison of twelve people, including ten soldiers, a governor, and a chaplain who conducted services in its second-floor chapel.
Access requires careful navigation across farmland and wooden planks, considering water levels during rice cultivation periods in the Delta region.
The structure shifted from its original coastal position to 50 meters offshore due to natural changes in the Ebro Delta landscape.
Location: Amposta
GPS coordinates: 40.63530,0.70745
Latest update: March 3, 2025 03:58
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