Tower of Guevara, Barrundia, Spain

The Tower-palace of Guevara was built in the late 13th or early 14th century by local Guevara noble family. Today one of four original towers exists.

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Osvaldo Montenegro (15 months ago)
Beautiful, a great Gebara treasure

Leticia Ruiz Hernandez (3 years ago)
We encourage you to see it, it is perfectly preserved and accessible.

Rafael Hernandez (3 years ago)
Using historic buildings for current events is the best way to recognize their Artistic Value. An added value that no manufactured setting will improve

DRG Foto (3 years ago)
It's nice to take some photos. The pity is that you can't enter.

Aitor Sebastan Arribas (3 years ago)

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