Torre Vella - Galeria de pintures i altres

Salou, Spain, Spain

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Torre Vella in Salou, Spain, is a 16th-century late Gothic defensive tower built in 1530 by Archbishop Pere de Cardona to protect the coastal town and its port from pirate raids by Sardinian and Saracen attackers targeting commercial fleets.

Featuring thick stone walls, multiple observation points, and the archbishop's heraldic coat of arms above the doorway, it connects via a bridge to 18th-century annex buildings while retaining its original exterior appearance. 

Repurposed as a cultural center, it now hosts art exhibitions, a contemporary enamel museum with national and international works, and occasional civil weddings, offering free summer access for visitors to explore its history and panoramic views.