Torre Bermeja, Benalmádena, Medieval watchtower in Benalmádena, Spain
Torre Bermeja is a cylindrical stone structure standing in a garden area near Benalmádena's Marina. The building displays characteristic red tones throughout its construction, which shaped both its appearance and its name.
The tower is probably a Muslim construction of the 14th century, although the ordinances of 1497 already mention it. In 1567 the mason Pedro de la Chica, who also rebuilt the Torre Quebrada, added a conical revellín at the base to reduce wind vibrations and improve stability. The double impost at the top and the revellín are Christian-era features.
This tower served as a communication point in a coastal defense network that relied on light and smoke signals to warn inhabitants of danger. Such visible messaging systems connected isolated settlements and created a shared sense of protection along the shore.
The structure stands in a publicly accessible garden area and can be viewed from the outside. Its location near the Marina makes it easy to find and allows for a good view of the surrounding area.
The double impost at the top and the conical revellín at the base are Christian-era additions. The revellín was built in 1567 by mason Pedro de la Chica, the same builder who reconstructed the Torre Quebrada, to reduce wind vibrations and stabilise the tower.
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