Giralda, Spanish-inspired tower in Country Club Plaza, Kansas City, United States.
Description
The Giralda is a tower about 138 feet (42 meters) tall at the intersection of West 47th Street and Mill Creek Parkway featuring Moorish architectural elements. The structure forms the central point of Country Club Plaza and serves as a navigational landmark for visitors.
History
The tower was built in 1967 by urban developer J.C. Nichols as a half-scale replica of Seville's 12th-century tower. This marked the sister city relationship between Kansas City and Seville.
Culture
The tower displays Spanish architectural traditions through its ornamental details and bell tower form, connecting visitors to Seville's heritage. You can see these features as you walk through the central plaza.
Practical
You can find the tower in the center of Country Club Plaza where it is easy to spot and serves as a way to orient yourself. You can see it from various corners of the plaza, making navigation straightforward.
Did you know?
The structure includes an exact reproduction of the fountain from Seville's Plaza Virgen de los Reyes, created by sculptor Bernard Zuckerman. This attention to detail shows a commitment to authenticity despite the reduced scale.
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