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Coastal towers · Formentera
These towers were built in the 18th century in order to watch out for possible pirate incursions from North Africa, which constantly plundered the Mediterranean coasts. All the towers are located at strategic geographical points and close enough to be able to communicate by means of smoke signals, even with the neighbouring island. In total there are four towers scattered across the island of Formentera in addition to the Sa Guardiola tower, located on the northern islet known as s’Espalmador, where the traffic of the pas des Freus was controlled.
Next to the town of Es Pujols, facing east, is the Punta Prima tower, erected on a cape of the same name. Here you can enjoy spectacular views of Ibiza and the cliffs that stretch out in the direction of La Mola. It was a strategic point for keeping watch over the passage of boats between La Mola and Ibiza.