Torre de San Andrés
The Torre de San Andrés—also known as the Castillo de San Andrés—was built for one clear purpose: protecting Tenerife from pirate attacks. In the 16th century, King Philip II sent the Italian military engineer Leonardo Torriani to fortify the Santa Cruz coast, and fortifying the Valle de Salazar area—now the town of San Andrés—was among the priorities. Most researchers place the castle’s construction in 1706, though some writings mention 1697. From the 17th century onward, it was considered necessary to defend San Andrés’ beach and safeguard ships, and its coastal position mattered. The tower was built adjacent to the mouth of the stream feeding the ravines near the Cercado de Andrés; during heavy rain, that flooding collapsed part of the structure, leaving only the other half standing. …
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