Torre delle Mandre, Altavilla Milicia, Italy

Torre delle Mandre was probably built when Sicily was under the Crown of Aragon in the 15th or 16th centuries. It was mentioned first time in documents in 1557. The tower was purposed to protect area against Maghreb pirates.

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Roberto Ilardo (5 years ago)
AMAZING Natural Spot!

Pamela Whitney (5 years ago)
Lovely lovely lovely views

Frauke Theusner (6 years ago)
Exhausting to go up in the heat but great view

Fer Ata (6 years ago)
Nice place to swing and relax...

Fabrizio Oddo (6 years ago)
Beautiful spot, clean water, easy access for families with kids. Not 5 stars because unfortunately the beach is not clean and it's difficult to find a parking space (1€ per hour or 5€ all day).

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