Torre del Saladillo

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Torre del Saladillo, Medieval watchtower in Estepona, Spain.

The Torre del Saladillo stands 11 meters tall with a truncated conical shape and features a square base measuring 8 meters on each side.

The construction of this defensive structure commenced in 1567 following a proposal by Antonio Moreno to establish a coastal surveillance point.

The tower received recognition as a bien de interés cultural in 1985, marking its significance in Spanish architectural and military heritage.

Visitors can locate the tower near the Urbanization El Saladillo, between Estepona and San Pedro de Alcántara, approximately one kilometer from the coast.

The tower contains an inner chamber accessible from the north side at 6 meters height, with a small window positioned on the opposite wall.

Location: Estepona

GPS coordinates: 36.45940,-5.04177

Latest update: March 5, 2025 19:19

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