Chindia Tower, Fortified tower in Târgoviște, Romania
Chindia Tower is a fortified tower in Târgoviște with a stone base and cylindrical brick structure rising approximately 27 meters. The building has multiple floors connected by an internal staircase and features various openings and balconies that allow visitors to experience its interior structure.
This tower was built in the 15th century by Prince Vlad III the Impaler as a guard post and treasury storage facility. Its construction was part of the fortification strategy of the region during that tumultuous period.
The tower connects to local memories of Prince Vlad and draws visitors interested in this historical period. The name itself reflects traditions that still resonate in the region today.
You can enter the tower and climb the stairs to explore the different levels and views. It is best to wear sturdy shoes since the stairs are narrow and the surfaces are historic.
The tower's name has two possible origins: it may come from local festivals once called Chindia, or from an old word meaning sunset. This linguistic ambiguity makes the name's significance fascinating even today.
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