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Moorish Tower

Carrer Tarull, 17320 Tossa de Mar, Spain
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Ranked #7 of 17 attractions in Tossa de Mar
Type: Historic Sites, Landmarks/ Points of Interest, Lookouts
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Swadlincote, United Kingdom
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25 reviews 25 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 10, 2013

The walk up to the tower is quite steep in the hot weather but most people should be OK. There is a great view of the town once you get there. The tower is locked off so you cannot get in. There wasn't anything else to do once you are there but its well worth the 10 minute walk just... More

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vicenza
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 11, 2012

The Moorish Tower dominates Tossa de Mar and is worth doing the hike. There are many picturesque places along the way and the views cannot be beat. If you hike all the way to the top, there is a lighthouse and cafe. I got some great photos along the way and it's a perfect way to explore Old Town as... More

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Belfast, United Kingdom
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44 helpful votes 44 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 16, 2012

not as difficult to get as others have made out, walked up before breaky the first time, got some good pics, second time a came down from the miradors directions which was a good but more strenous walk/run

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Rotherham, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed August 4, 2012

walked up the unmade road to the top.not suitable for flipflops.amazing veiw from top but was closed

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Oslo, Norway
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 1, 2012

Nice place for a walk in the afternoon, not a place to walk in high heel. The place has very nice old buildings, and a good views

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dublin
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed July 24, 2012

Every visitor should start here. There is not much to see at the tower, but plenty to see from it, as you get to see the 3 parts of Tossa and how they fit together. The Ancient Vila Vell old town built in 881, then the old fishing village and then the Pueblo or modern town with all its appartments.... More

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Newquay, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed July 10, 2012

It is quite a walk to this place but it is well worth it. There are great views and Lots of history here. Only downside is that there are lots of ants but if you wear tennis shoes, you should be fine.

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Pontypool, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 3, 2012

Wonderful that these old monuments have survived down the centuries, you get a great sense of history looking at them.

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Blaenavon, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 18, 2012

Not too bad a walk but have a look, great views. Go when it is cool

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cork ireland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 18, 2012

Go and explore it and discover great views Like everything in Tossa de Mar it has a great sense of the past, history comes alive by walking up to the old building you get a sense of how lives are lived in vastly different conditions to our own Go

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