The Tower of Hercules is the oldest Roman lighthouse in the world and the only one still in service. It was built at the end of the first or beginning of the second century, during the Roman Empire, by an architect from Coimbra named Caio Sevio Lupo. Its light has always been a reference point for navigators.

The current exterior coating is from the XVIII century, work of Eustaquio Giannini.

The Tower of Hercules is located on the north coast of the peninsula of A Coruña, 50 meters above sea level.

In its surroundings is the Sculpture Park of the Tower of Hercules.

Since 2009 it is part of the World Heritage List.

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