Torre dell'Elefante

Torre dell'Elephante or as it means "Elephant Tower" is a medieval tower located in the historic quarter of the Castello district of Caleri, the tower was built in 1307 by the architect Giovanni Capula (Giovanni Capula). The tower was intended to fortify the city after the Argentine invasion of Sardinia. The tower was built of limestone and has four wooden loggias. The tower also contained a gate which is still the main entrance to the "Castello" neighbourhood. It is surrounded by a group of small statues, including the elephant statue, to which the tower takes its name. It is worth noting that the height of the tower is about 31 meters.