Torre del Oro
The beautiful "Tower of Gold" is located on the bank of the River Guadalquivir. The tower is two-sided and has a characteristic golden glow. Built in 1220, the tower is a relic of the Moorish era. It was intended as a lookout point and was part of the city walls that were supposed to protect the Seville.
The name "Golden Tower" refers to the heyday of Andalusia, when ships from the Latin American colonies sailed up the Guadalquivir with their precious cargoes, such as gold, to unload them at the port of Seville. From the tower, shipping was controlled. . The same tower stood on the other side of the river. To prevent enemy ships from sailing up the river, there was a massive chain under water between the two towers that could be tightened. In later times the tower was used as a chapel, storehouse and prison.
In 1755, the Torre del Oro was badly damaged as a result of the very violent earthquake in Lisbon. The tower was restored and the small turret, which now adorns the top, was added.
Today the tower houses a small maritime museum where route maps, shipping instruments and models can be seen. From the tower you can enjoy the beautiful panoramic view over the Guadalquivir.
PROGRAM EXAMPLE
This tower is an icon of Seville and is also reflected in many of our tours. He plays a leading role in our activity Break-IN Casa de la Moneda, but with our iPad Game and Bike Tour it is also on the route, as with many other city tours and trips.
Minimal number of participants: from 10 persons
DURATION
On demand
LOCATION: Seville historic city center
Sevilla city center
PRICE INFO
Prices are only by tailor made quotation.
OPTIONS & SURCHARGES
On request
AVAILABILITY
Our activities in and around the Torre del Oro are available throughout the whole year, at all days of the week (due to availability).