Blacksmiths' Tower (Sighişoara)

Romania / Mures / Sighisoara / Sighişoara / Piaţa Muzeului
 tower, fortification

Blacksmiths' Tower is a flanking tower. It was built in 1631 in place of Barbers' Tower. The facade is provided with holes and windows for firing, which gives it a interesting look. In the past, it protected the monastery church in case of siege.
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Coordinates:   46°13'10"N   24°47'38"E
This article was last modified 13 years ago