๐ Built in 1584, the Spanish Arch is a medieval structure in Galway, Ireland, originally an extension of the city walls, protecting merchant ships.
๐๏ธ Explore medieval architecture and history.
๐ Enjoy scenic views where the River Corrib meets the sea.
๐ถ Freely accessible, an ideal place to meet, relax, and take in the old Claddagh area.
๐ผ๏ธ Galway City Museum is located just behind the structure.
๐ธ Watch Galway Hooker boats and seals in the bay.
๐ก The name 'Spanish Arch' comes from its location where Spanish trading ships would dock.
โ ๏ธ Partially damaged by a 1755 tsunami from the Lisbon earthquake, but remains a prominent landmark.
๐บ๏ธ Located on the left bank of the River Corrib estuary.
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