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Torre de Hércules
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Lighthouse in Spain
The Tower of Hercules is the oldest known extant Roman lighthouse. Built in the 1st century, the tower is located on a peninsula about 2.4 km from the center of A Coruña, Galicia, in northwestern Spain. Until the 20th century, it was known as the Farum Brigantium.
Address: Av. Navarra, s/n, 15002 A Coruña, Spain
Hours: Closed ⋅ Opens 10 AM
Phone: +34 981 22 37 30
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Tower of Hercules, probably the only ancient Roman lighthouse still in use, named for one of the most famous heroes of Greek and Roman mythology.
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The oldest lighthouse still in operation since Roman times. Beautiful views of the Atlantic Ocean as well as the panorama of the entire city, the picturesque ...
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