Torre de Toya del antiguo Castillo, Medieval tower in Peal de Becerro, Spain.
Torre de Toya del antiguo Castillo is a medieval tower in Peal de Becerro built from cut stone blocks arranged in a square footprint. The structure contains narrow window openings and arrow slits arranged across its walls, along with two chambers separated by a dividing wall inside.
The tower was first recorded by geographer Al-Idrisi and dates to the medieval period when such structures served defensive purposes across the region. It received official protection as a cultural asset in 1985.
The structure incorporates carved inscriptions and relief fragments in its construction, reflecting the architectural traditions of medieval Spanish fortifications.
The site is best viewed by observing the upper sections and window openings to appreciate the medieval construction methods. Plan your visit during daylight hours to fully see the stone details and wall structure.
Inside the structure lie remains of a medieval water storage system and fountain, with scholars still debating its origins. Historians question whether Caliphate or Berber builders constructed this system.
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