Fire lookout tower in Rybinsk

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Fire lookout tower in Rybinsk, Fire lookout tower in Rybinsk, Russia

The 19th-century fire lookout tower stands as a tall structure with strategic positioning that enabled comprehensive monitoring of the surrounding Rybinsk area for potential fires.

Founded by Pjotr Jakowlewitsch Pankow in 1843, this tower represented a significant advancement in public safety measures during the rapid urban development of Rybinsk.

The tower exemplifies the architectural practices and engineering methods of its time, showing how Russian cities integrated safety infrastructure into urban planning.

The tower is located near the Volzhskaya Embankment museum, which provides detailed information about the structure's history and can be contacted at +7 (4855) 28-40-04.

This federal cultural heritage site maintains its original structural elements from 1843, demonstrating the durability of Russian engineering during the industrial expansion period.

Location: Rybinsk

Inception: 1843

Founders: Pjotr Jakowlewitsch Pankow

GPS coordinates: 58.04656,38.85272

Latest update: March 7, 2025 16:37

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