Tour d'Espantaperros, Military tower in Alcazaba, Badajoz, Spain.
The octagonal Espantaperros Tower rises 30 meters high with a square top section extending 25 meters above the main wall of Badajoz.
Built in 1169 by the Almohads, this defensive structure predates and served as a model for the construction of the Torre del Oro in Seville.
The tower's name derives from its historical bell, which rang to alert Christians and ward off potential invaders in medieval times.
Visitors can access the tower during guided weekend tours, which include climbing to the top for panoramic views of the surrounding area.
The structure contains two vaulted ring chambers in its upper section and received a new bell in 2021 after 143 years without one.
Location: Badajoz
Architectural style: art of Almoravides and Almohades, Art of Al-Andalus
GPS coordinates: 38.88109,-6.96734
Latest update: March 6, 2025 04:10
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