Aljibe Fondero

Aragón


Off the southeastern corner of Plaza del Torico is the entrance to this 14th-century underground water-storage facility. In addition to showcasing the cistern, the subterranean chambers provide displays and an audiovisual on medieval Teruel (in Spanish).


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5. Torre de El Salvador

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