City walls of Radom, Medieval fortification in Radom, Poland
The City walls of Radom are a medieval fortification system that survives through scattered preserved sections of the former defensive perimeter. The structure combines stone foundations and brick elements with half-towers positioned at intervals along the line.
Construction began in the 1360s under King Casimir III and was completed around 1388 as part of a major urban development project. This fortification was built during a period when the kingdom invested in strengthening its cities.
The walls display medieval brickwork arranged in monk bond pattern with evenly spaced half-towers that shaped the city's character. Visitors can observe these distinctive architectural features along the preserved sections today.
You can view the remains at various points around the city where stone sections and masonry are visible from street level. Walking the perimeter of the old town gives you the best sense of the fortification's layout.
An unusual funding arrangement during the 1500s required nearby villages and monasteries to share maintenance costs of the fortification. This obligation created an early form of shared responsibility between the town and surrounding communities for upkeep.
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