Toledones Observatory in Spain

Toledones Observatory in Spain

A building from the Islamic period located in the city of Torelodones, Madrid Autonomous Community, Spain. The tower was built in Al Andalus during the reign of the Umayyad dynasty from the 9th to the 11th century and is one of the best preserved Islamic watchtowers in the Madrid region. It was declared a cultural property of Spain in 1983 and has the status of immovable cultural relics. The name comes from the trees that grow widely around it, so the nearby village is also known as Toledones. It has become a symbol of the region and has been incorporated into the city emblem. It is a protected cultural heritage site and an important place for tourists to learn about local history and culture.