Maiden Tower, Medieval fortification tower in Old Town, Tallinn, Estonia.
The square-based tower stands along the city defense walls near Toompea Hill, featuring glass window walls and a distinctive open back design.
Originally constructed in the 14th century as Meghed Tower, the structure underwent transformations from a three-story defensive tower to a residential building and back.
The tower earned its current name in the 19th century when Baltic German historians changed it from Meghed to Maiden for easier pronunciation.
The tower contains a cafe open to visitors and provides direct access to sections of the medieval city walls of Tallinn.
Local records indicate the tower served as a prison for prostitutes during Swedish rule, with reported ghost sightings of an old man in black.
Part of: Walls of Tallinn
GPS coordinates: 59.43517,24.74086
Latest update: March 8, 2025 21:32
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