Coastal defences

Macenas Tower, (Castillo de Macenas,) was built in the second half of the 18th century, during the reign of Charles III of Spain. It is an horseshoe-type artillery tower for coastal defense, armed in 1803 with two 24-pounder cannons. Originally entrance to the tower was gained through a doorway on first floor level, accessed by a rope ladder. The lowest level held gunpowder and storage; first floor level kitchen and living quarters; cannons on the roof.
In 1830 Macenas Tower was reported to be in disrepair, it's security was assured by the presence of one guard and three bull fighters.Leggi altro