Turm Schwarzes A, Medieval defensive tower at Nuremberg Castle, Germany.
Turm Schwarzes A is a medieval defensive tower at Nuremberg Castle, a sandstone structure with a square base, central spire, and four corner turrets. The tower forms a key part of the castle complex and shows the distinctive design of the fortifications.
The tower was built in 1377 on earlier foundations and has shaped the castle's appearance since then. After damage during World War II, it was fully restored between 1954 and 1955.
The tower takes its name from a medieval classification system that distinguished different sections of Nuremberg's fortifications. Visitors can still see how such structures functioned as part of the city's defense.
The tower is located within Nuremberg Castle and is accessible when the entire site is open to the public. It is best to visit during official hours and wear sturdy footwear for exploring the grounds.
The name comes from a special medieval naming system that assigned letters to different parts of Nuremberg's fortifications. The 'A' refers to a classification, not to the tower's geographical location.
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