Gediminas' Tower, Gothic castle tower in Vilnius, Lithuania.
Gediminas' Tower is a Gothic brick tower standing on a hilltop in central Vilnius, built with three distinct levels and topped by a viewing platform. From this height, visitors can see across the old city center and into the newer districts beyond.
The fortification started as a wooden structure and was rebuilt in stone in the early 1400s under Grand Duke Vytautas to strengthen the city's defenses. This transformation turned Vilnius into an important military stronghold on the frontier between neighboring powers.
The tower serves as a symbol of Lithuanian identity and draws visitors seeking views across the city from its platform. The red brick structure and flag at its peak make it a place where people come to experience their national story.
You can climb the hill on foot or take a funicular railway that runs daily from the base to the top. The ascent is brief regardless of which method you choose, making the visit easy to fit into an afternoon.
Inside, a museum displays archaeological finds and castle models from different periods, telling the story of the city's development through physical objects. This collection helps visitors understand how Vilnius evolved and changed over centuries.
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