La Giralda

The Giralda,is a famous bell tower located at the Cathedral of Seville. It is one of the best examples of Moore architecture. Built in 1184 as the minaret of the mosque (this has been destroyed) of Seville, the square tower stands at about 197 feet high .It was added in 1568 by a Renaissance cupola, it was designed by Hernan Ruize, which houses the cathedral bell. The name "La Giralda" comes from the weathervane also known as the giraldillo, that stands at the top of the tower in the form of a figure representing Faith. The total height of the tower, including cupola and weathervane, is 97 m (320 ft).