| Neomedieval Forts | |
|---|---|
 Torre de Aranguren, Ceuta | |
| General information | |
| Type | Historical complex |
| Location |  Ceuta  Spain |
The Neomedieval Forts are a complex of fortifications located in the mountainous area that closes the Ceuta peninsula on its border with Morocco.[1]
History
They were built in the mid-nineteenth century when, after the War of Wad-Ras with Morocco and sealed peace with the Treaty of Wad-Ras, it was considered appropriate to secure the border with a series of watchtowers to prevent possible aggression from the exterior. In this way, the towers of: Aranguren, Yebel Ányera, Renegado, very transformed, Isabel II, Francisco de Asís, Piniés and Mendizábal were raised, in addition to the Fort of Principe Alfonso.[1]
References
- 1 2 Publiceuta. "Itinerario de los Fuertes fronterizos neomedievales. Guía turística de Ceuta". ceutaturistica.com. Retrieved 2022-06-05.
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