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Owen M
By Owen M
“An interesting and cheap exhibition”
Sep 2021
It was a welcome break from the heat of the midday sun but also an interesting exhibition. The glass lift to all 6 floors was a relief and the views from the top over the town and surrounding mountains was wonderful. The hand written scriptures were interesting and there is some narration in English but an understanding of Spanish would make it more enjoyable. On the ground floor was an interesting exhibition of medieval clothing, making a great photo op.
“a museum inside and good views from the top”
Jul 2021
it is a good visit in a rainy day, specially with children. the museum is full of interactive screens and the views of the village from the top of the tower are fantastic.
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Owen M
East Horsley, UK34 contributions
An interesting and cheap exhibition
Sep 2021 • Couples
It was a welcome break from the heat of the midday sun but also an interesting exhibition. The glass lift to all 6 floors was a relief and the views from the top over the town and surrounding mountains was wonderful. The hand written scriptures were interesting and there is some narration in English but an understanding of Spanish would make it more enjoyable. On the ground floor was an interesting exhibition of medieval clothing, making a great photo op.
Written 7 September 2021
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paloma393
Malaga, Spain25 contributions
a museum inside and good views from the top
Jul 2021
it is a good visit in a rainy day, specially with children. the museum is full of interactive screens and the views of the village from the top of the tower are fantastic.
Written 23 July 2021
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nb888
Nottingham, UK376 contributions
Cheap and cheerful
Jun 2019 • Couples
3euro to go in, nice view over town. There is not really much to see in the tower itself apart from a few exhibitions which are meh but the building itself is pretty good. An oasis in a strange little town which outside of a small touristic area seems pretty scruffy and neglected, or maybe that is just me?
Written 23 June 2019
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zigtravel
Norfolk, UK391 contributions
Beautiful museum inside!
Aug 2017 • Friends
Surprisingly well made museum inside with super views from top. Really high quality. Bargain for what it is
Written 4 August 2017
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Rachel P
Exeter, UK66 contributions
This ancient square tower in the middle of Potes is really worth a visit
Jul 2017 • Family
Small entrance fee, great views across the town plus a splendid exhibition of Beatos (ancient manuscripts) of the Book of Revelation.
Written 24 July 2017
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MMMH
Dungarvan, Ireland567 contributions
Worth a Visit
Jul 2017 • Couples
El Torre del Infantado is in the very centre of the town of Potes, you cannot miss it. Only €3 entry. Although nothing is written in English it is still worth a visit if you are strolling by. It showcases the history of the written biblical work of the ancient monks. It is not about Potes, rather it focuses on the work of local monastic scribes in years gone by. Views from the roof platform are worth the entry fee alone.
Written 21 July 2017
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agoramundi
Brussels, Belgium247 contributions
Beautiful medieval tower with an interesting exhibition and views of the city
Oct 2016 • Couples
The landmark in Potes, nicely restored, roof terrace views of the city. Interesting exhibition on old manuscripts ( Beatos)
Written 4 October 2016
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Steve B
Guildford, UK101 contributions
Interesting way to spend an hour
Aug 2016 • Family
Fascinating exhibitions; particularly if you have some knowledge of The Book of Revelation. We have no Spanish so was great fun working out what was going on. Only had to resort to Google Translate once.
Quizzes and interactive displays.
Great view from the top.
All in all a good way to spend an hour or so on a dampish afternoon in Potes. And for only 3 euros each.
Written 9 August 2016
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rwillmer
Edinburgh, UK96 contributions
Good exhibition if you read Spanish; great views
Jun 2016 • Couples
They have an interesting exhibition about a monk who wrote about or illustrated the Book of Revelation. The display boards are all in Spanish, which I had fun attempting to translate but without some Spanish, it wouldn't mean much.

There's a great view from the top.
Written 2 July 2016
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Siouxsie54
Solihull, UK354 contributions
a bit odd
Jun 2016
Like other visitors have already pointed out, this museum has nothing to do with the history of the Tower, who built it or even of Potes itself. Rather it houses 4 floors dedicated to Beata of Santo Toribio fame and the Book of the Apocalypse. The manuscript facsimiles are actually reasonably interesting as is the mappa mundi and there's loads of hands-on things to do mainly aimed at children I guess. It was a good way to improve your Spanish. The temporary exhibition in the basement was a bit baffling...
The great views from the top of the tower were worth the entrance fee. Fully wheelchair accessible with lifts to each floor and WCs.
Written 27 June 2016
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