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Atalaya del Vellón
Spain, Spain
The Watchtower of El Vellón (Atalaya de El Vellón) is a well-preserved Islamic-era defensive structure dating to the 9th or 10th century, situated in the municipality of El Vellón in central Spain's Community of Madrid.
Constructed during the Muslim period to surveil Christian advances amid the Reconquista, it monitored key routes and valleys, using smoke or fire signals to communicate with nearby fortifications.
Recognized as a Bien de Interés Cultural since 1983, the sturdy stone tower stands as a testament to early medieval military architecture, offering hikers a panoramic viewpoint today.
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28722 El Vellón, Madrid, Spain
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