Watchtower of El Vellón

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The Watchtower of El Vellón is a watchtower located in El Vellón, Spain. It was declared Bien de Interés Cultural in 1983. ()

Local name: Atalaya de El Vellón Coordinates: 40°46'2"N, 3°33'43"W

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Watchtower of El Vellón – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Church of la Magdalena, Church of Santa María de la Varga, Puente Romano, Watchtower of Venturada.

4.4 miN
Church, Gothic architecture
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Church
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Bridge
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2.8 miNW
View point, Tower
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4.9 miN
Tower
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Church, Romanesque architecture
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Archaeological site
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Church
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4.2 miN
40°49'32"N • 3°32'21"W
Monasterio Franciscano de la Madre de Dios, Torrelaguna
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40°49'31"N • 3°32'25"W
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Locality
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