Sant Simplici, Mountain summit in Tarragona, Spain.
Sant Simplici is a mountain summit near Tarragona that rises to 111 meters above sea level with dolomite rock outcrops and Mediterranean plants covering its slopes. The peak sits within a landscape of pine forests and coastal hills that can be seen from various viewpoints along marked trails.
A circular stone watchtower once stood on this peak during medieval times to monitor coastal threats from pirates in the area. The structure was part of a defensive network protecting settlements along the Tarragona coast.
The summit holds a geodesic vertex, numbered 269138017, which serves as a reference point for mapping and territorial measurements in the region.
Marked hiking trails reach the summit and allow visitors to explore the surrounding landscape at their own pace. The walk to the top is manageable for most people and rewards you with views across the region.
From the peak you can see ancient Roman quarries and several medieval castles scattered across the distant horizon. This view connects two different periods of history in a single panorama.
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