Torre Fuerte de Anguciana

Anguciana, Spain, Spain

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Torre Fuerte de Anguciana stands as a well-preserved Gothic military tower from 1397 in the village of Anguciana, northwest La Rioja province, Spain, built by Juan Alfonso de Salcedo near the Tirón River bridge after receiving royal permission from Henry III of Castile.

Constructed in stone with a rectangular plan, it features original arrow loops, machicolations, battlements, and corner turrets, originally serving as the Salcedo family's stronghold before modifications including added floors and windows.

Located strategically beside the medieval bridge in the Obarenes foothills, this privately owned cultural monument once a Franciscan school represents La Rioja's abundant 14th-15th century defensive architecture along the Route of the Castles.