Torre della tonnara di Cofano, Coastal watchtower in Custonaci, Italy.
The Torre della Tonnara di Cofano features a square base with four concave walls constructed from local limestone blocks that rise in a pyramidal shape.
Built between 1556 and 1560, this defensive structure guarded the Sicilian coastline against maritime threats while supporting the local tuna fishing operations.
The tower represents the integration of maritime defense systems with traditional tuna fishing practices that sustained local communities for generations in Sicily.
Located within Monte Cofano Nature Reserve, visitors can reach the tower through marked trails that connect to the main parking area in Custonaci.
The tower contains two distinct levels connected by a left-side staircase, with the ground floor featuring a barrel-vaulted chamber above a rock-carved water cistern.
Location: Custonaci
GPS coordinates: 38.11160,12.68004
Latest update: March 3, 2025 16:52
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