Built by the Almohad dynasty to protect the city from invading forces, Torre del Oro looms over the entrance to the city along the Guadalquivir River. Learn about Sevilla’s naval history in the military watchtower’s maritime museum, which contains fossilized marine debris, compasses, old charts, historical documents, a 16th-century cannon, anchors, and flags. The top of the tower also offers outstanding views of the city and river. Arrange to visit Torre del Oro and other attractions in Seville using our Seville trip planner.
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The Gold Tower of Seville is one of the most iconic and characteristic elements of the city. Due to its location next to the Guadalquivir River, and to its unique shape, the tower has great interest..... more
The Gold Tower of Seville is one of the most iconic and characteristic elements of the city. Due to its location next to the Guadalquivir River, and to its unique shape, the tower has great interest..... more »
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Generally I am not a fan of military architecture, but I have to say this defensive tower is attractive. Perhaps it is the twelve-sided polygon shape in combination with the round upper part that...
Generally I am not a fan of military architecture, but I have to say this defensive tower is attractive. Perhaps it is the twelve-sided polygon shape in combination with the round upper part that... more »
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It is very useful as a marker as you try to navigate around Seville as it seems to be on many of the signposts. Seville is a maze of alleys and small, cobbled roads so these signs do help a lot. As to the tower itself, it's not really that impressive other than its history which dates back to Moorish times. Plus you do have to think about where all the gold and silver it stored came from...and who died acquiring it. The river cruise starts from here.
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