Alhambra: Alcazaba – Torre de la Vela and Plaza de las Armas

Alcazaba - Torre de la Vela and Plaza de las Armas

Torre de la Vela and Plaza de las Armas

Torre de la Vela and Plaza de las Armas
At the far end of the image is Torre de la Vela, known as the Watch Tower, with a bell tower on its terrace. In front of this tower is the Plaza de las Armas (Plaza of the Weapons), area in the Alcazaba meant for military quarters and weapon storage.

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Alhambra – Outer Monuments
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