Mosarejos watchtower

In the 12th or 13th century, the Counts of Castile pushed southward, occupying territories held by Muslims. In response, the Caliphate strengthened defensive systems by building fortifications, adapting them to the new situation of the frontier. One such fortification is the Mosarejos watchtower, a small tower with a circular plan and a somewhat conical shape, 10 meters high, with a diameter of 5.5 meters, and a semi-circular entrance. Over time, it was converted into a dovecote, a characteristic that can still be observed in its structure today.

The Mosarejos watchtower was built with masonry. It was declared a Cultural Heritage of Interest on January 23, 2014, with the category of Monument. Today, it stands as a testament to a time of war and contemplation, a humble but fascinating defensive structure in Spain's medieval frontier. However, it has also become an interesting bird sanctuary.

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