Torre del Caracol or Castillo de la Mota, Benavente
Torre del Caracol or Castillo de la Mota, Benavente, Medieval castle tower in Benavente, Spain
The Tower of Caracol stands 17 meters wide with cylindrical watchtowers at each corner of its square base structure.
French troops destroyed most of the castle during the Independence War, leaving only this tower from the grand Pimentel family palace complex.
The main hall contains a Mudejar coffered ceiling transferred from the San Roman del Valle Monastery, displaying medieval Spanish craftsmanship.
The tower, integrated into the Parador Nacional hotel, allows afternoon visits with prior arrangement through the hotel management.
Two large contemporary paintings inside recreate courtly scenes from Fernando II era, including the granting of municipal charter in 1164.
Location: Benavente
GPS coordinates: 41.99817,-5.68130
Latest update: March 10, 2025 09:05
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