Tuor Planta, Turm in der Schweiz
Tuor Planta is a five-story tower in Susch with thick stone walls and a simple square ground plan, likely built in the 13th century. The structure displays characteristic medieval features including small window openings and a baroque onion-shaped dome added in the 17th century.
The tower was likely built in the 13th century as a residence for local rulers and originally served defensive and residential purposes. In the 17th century it received its distinctive onion dome, while later renovations in the 20th century modernized the interior without altering the core structure.
The tower takes its name from the Planta family, who held influence in the region from the 15th century onward. It stands beside the local reform church, forming a combined landmark that reflects the connection between secular and religious authority in the medieval village.
The tower is freely accessible from the outside and stands centrally in the village of Susch next to the church, making it easy to reach on foot. Visitors can view the architecture and structure from the exterior, though the interior is not open to the public.
Historical records suggest that in the 17th century, a dance hall existed on the third floor of a tower in Susch where locals gathered for music and dancing. It is believed this may have been the Tuor Planta, making it a center of social and cultural life.
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