Ansaldo Tower, Military heritage museum in Sant Joan d'Alacant, Spain.
The Ansaldo Tower is a fortified tower in Sant Joan d'Alacant featuring thick stone walls, reinforced corners, and defensive openings on all sides. The structure includes a semi-basement level, a substantial ground floor with stone stairs, and additional floors above.
The tower was built by the Ansaldo family, Genoese merchants who settled in the Alicante area during the 13th century reconquest. They established an agricultural operation connected to their property holdings in the region.
The chapel inside displays paintings showing religious themes such as divine justice and theological virtues that were important to the inhabitants. These artworks reveal how faith shaped the daily life and values of those who lived here.
The tower is open to visitors during specific times, allowing you to explore multiple levels throughout the structure. Plan enough time to walk through the different areas, including the semi-basement section below ground.
The semi-basement contains a wine cellar that serves as evidence of the family's commercial activities during their period of prosperity. This underground storage space reveals how the estate was originally used for wine production and trade.
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