That is the Tower of Hercules. During a European vacation a couple of weeks ago, I climbed it.

THE TOWER OF HERCULES

The Tower of Hercules holds the impressive distinction of being the oldest working lighthouse in the world. Believe it or not, it dates back to the 1st Century. Today, it stands a whopping 180-feet tall and towers over the North Atlantic Coast of Spain.

SPAIN'S CITY OF GLASS

The lighthouse is located in A Coruña. The city is nicknamed "The City of Glass' because of its breathtaking windowscapes.

Okay, I'm not sure 'windowscapes' is an actual word, but I think it's the only one that accurately describes these buildings that line the harbor. There's no doubt. They are gorgeous and a beloved calling card for the city.

However, for me, the coolest thing about A Coruña is i

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