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Torre del Oro

Paseo de Christobal Colon, Seville, Spain

Featured Review : Torre del Oro (Tower of Gold) is said to have received its name from the elaborate golden tilework that once adorned its walls. It was built in 1220 by the Moors as a defensive lookout point and once had a twin on the op...See Full Review

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Torre del Oro Reviews

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Torre del Oro

  • 5 out of 5 stars by jaebirdypie from New York, New York
  • July 11, 2003
Torre del Oro
Quote: Torre del Oro (Tower of Gold) is said to have received its name from the elaborate golden tilework that once adorned its walls. It was built in 1220 by the Moors as a defensive lookout point and once had a twin on the opposite side of the river.... Read the full Torre del Oro review

From journal Cultural Crossroads in Spain's Andalucia

Torre del Oro

  • 4 out of 5 stars by billmoy from Chicago, Illinois
  • January 9, 2003
Quote: The Torre del Oro (Golden Tower) has a prime location along the east bank of the Guadalquivir River. It is a visually appealing symbol of the glory days of Sevilla. The Almohads had constructed this twelve-sided chess piece of a tower in 1220. At... Read the full Torre del Oro review

From journal Bill in Spain - SEVILLA

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Tower of Gold, Torre del Oro

  • 4 out of 5 stars by samepenny from West, Texas
  • August 17, 2002
Tower of Gold, Torre del Oro
Quote: Built between 1221 and 1222, this tower is said to be the final contribution of the Alomhade period to the culture of Spain. The tower was the last corner of the castle wall that extended all the way around the Alcazar which is at least a 15 minute... Read the full Torre del Oro review

From journal I Adore Sevilla! (Seville)

The Golden Tower

  • 4 out of 5 stars by allain from paris, France
  • July 24, 2001
The Golden Tower
Quote: The golden tower (Torres de Oro) is the symbol of Seville. It is a fortress built during the XIII century along the shore of Guadalquivir River. Its role was to defend the city from attack from the sea. A huge chain was attached to the other side of... Read the full Torre del Oro review

From journal Magic Seville