Torre dell'Orso, Coastal defense tower in Torre dell'Orso, Italy.
The square base watchtower stands on a limestone cliff overlooking the Adriatic Sea, providing panoramic views of the surrounding coastline and white sand beaches.
Built in 1568 as part of the Salento coastal defense system, the tower protected the region from maritime invasions along the Adriatic Sea during the sixteenth century.
The structure represents the military architecture of the Mediterranean coastal defense network, connecting multiple watchtowers across the Salento peninsula through visual signals.
Visitors can reach the tower by following marked paths from Torre dell'Orso beach, with designated viewpoints offering photography opportunities of the coastal landscape.
The tower shares its territory with two natural stacks known as Due Sorelle, which emerge from the water and create a distinctive silhouette against the horizon.
Location: Torre dell'Orso
Part of: Coastal towers in Salento
GPS coordinates: 40.27451,18.43014
Latest update: March 8, 2025 15:30
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