Torre di Barì, Spanish watchtower in Bari Sardo, Italy.
Torre di Barì is a stone tower standing on a rocky outcrop that divides a long sandy shore on Sardinia's eastern coast. Inside, it houses a museum displaying local traditions and daily life from the region.
Spanish builders constructed this coastal defense tower in 1571 as a protective structure against pirate attacks. It formed part of a broader defensive network established to safeguard Sardinian shores.
The names of the beaches near the tower reflect traditional practices: the northern area is called mari de is ominis and the southern part mari de is feminas. These local names show how the coastal community organized and understood their shoreline in daily life.
The location is easily accessible on foot with safe access to the museum and adjoining beaches. Visitors should wear sturdy shoes since the terrain is rocky and the path to the tower can be uneven.
The waters surrounding the tower contain underwater seagrass beds that keep the water remarkably clear. This natural filtration creates excellent conditions for observing marine life beneath the surface.
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