Multiple reports indicate that a woman mistook Castillo de Colomares in Benalmádena, Spain, for an ancient castle. The monument was built from 1987 to 1994 and serves as a tribute to Christopher Columbus and his voyages. Key features include what is said to be the smallest church on the planet, and the site spans around 1,500 square meters.
69. Visitors say Castillo de Colomares is well worth a visit. According to Daily Express - UK News, one person described the monument as absolutely beautiful with amazing carving work, and another visitor described it as a lovely break from the beach.
Absolutely beautiful monument with amazing carving work.
A third reviewer described it as an architectural curiosity overlooking the Costa del Sol. It remains unknown who exactly built Castillo de Colomares and why they chose this specific design, as well as how many visitors it receives annually and its official historical or cultural designation.
Lovely break from the beach.