On the riverbank of Guadalquivir stands this beautiful tower with a wide vista of surrounding Sevilla. It is known as the Golden Tower and one of the last examples of Moorish architecture in the City. It is claimed that its name comes from either the gold tiles that covered its exterior or the cargoes of gold that were stored when the ships returned from America. The 36-meter-high tower was built by the Almohads in the 12th century and was part of the Moorish city wall, which ran between the Alcazar Palace and the rest of Seville. The purpose of the tower was to control shipping on the Guadalquivir. A heavy chain ran underwater from the massive tower to the other side to prevent enemy ships from sailing on the river. Having previously been part of two towers, one either side of the river, connected by a chain it was part of an elaborate defense system stopping ships sailing in and out. It is a 12 sided tower standing at the widest part of the Guadalquivir, the river that flows through Seville. To emphasize its strength and prominence originally the tower was faced with golden tiles, making the building dazzle and reflect in every direction.
These days it is the home of a naval museum and though it doesn't blind the eye with its grandeur anymore, it still has a glow and magnetism. It was declared an historical-artistic monument in 1931. Through the ages, the historic dodecagonal stone tower has donned many roles through waves of history, being one by one an observation tower, a prison, a chapel, a gunpowder store, and even a monument threatened with demolition and sale. The information on the development of Seville through the river and maritime exploration is fascinating. A quick stop which provides an abbreviated Spanish naval history. This site is definitely worth looking at and is close to the Cathedral and all the main sites of Seville. When one has done with the visiting cross the bridge into the neighborhood Triana to explore the quieter side of the city.
Line 1 Subway. It takes 9 minutes and costs 1.32 to 1.56 Euros
By Bus:
Line 5. It takes 11 minutes and costs 1.41 Euros
By Taxi:
It takes 3 minutes and costs 6.01 to 7.21 euros
By Walk:
It takes 28 minutes
By Cycle:
It takes 9 minutes
Scooters are available for rent for 30 Euros per day and 120 Euros for the week. These are a cost-efficient way of getting around and a driver's license is not necessary
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