Tower of Hercules

States
Spain
Category
Cultural
Year
2009
Region
Europe & North America
Coordinates
43.3858333333, -8.4063888889
Last Visited
2018
UNESCO ID
1312
WH Site
1312
Tower of Hercules

The Tower of Hercules is an ancient Roman lighthouse and UNESCO World Heritage site, recognized for its historical and architectural significance. Built in the 1st century AD, it stands as the oldest functioning lighthouse in the world, originally constructed to guide ships along the Atlantic coast. Its robust stone structure, later renovated in the 18th century, blends Roman engineering with neoclassical design, symbolizing centuries of maritime heritage. Today, it serves as both a navigational aid and a cultural monument open to visitors.

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