Canal Tower

The Torre de la Canal is a square-shaped building divided into three stories separated by impost lines. Its interior is organized into four floors connected by a staircase. Built in 1705, the building is part of Luanco’s historic district and currently houses the town’s clock.

The tower features plastered masonry walls painted white, with decorative ashlar elements. At the top are the clock mechanism and the bell tower, topped by a small metal dome that houses the bell.

Highlights

• Watchtower built in 1705.
• A square floor plan spread over three stories.
• Clock installed at the top.
• Bell tower topped by a metal dome.
• Decorative elements of Baroque stonework.
• Part of the historic district of Luanco.

Interesting facts

• On the main facade, there is an inscription indicating the date of construction: 1705.
• According to the inventory, it was used as a prison, a watchtower, and a warehouse.
• The bell bears an inscription with the name Antonio García Caunedo.
• Between 2006 and 2007, cleaning and restoration work was carried out on the exterior walls.