Daliborka, Fortified tower in Prague Castle, Czech Republic
The round tower contains five levels with thick stone walls, including four prison cells and a deep dungeon accessed through a circular opening.
Built in 1496 by Benedikt Ried, the tower served as a prison until 1781, holding political prisoners and nobles who opposed the ruling powers.
The tower bears the name of its first prisoner, Dalibor of Kozojedy, who according to local tales learned to play violin during his imprisonment.
The tower opens daily from 9:00 to 16:00 during winter months and extends to 17:00 from April through October, as part of Prague Castle tours.
The dungeon features a pulley system that guards used to lower prisoners through a round opening in the floor into underground confinement cells.
Location: Prague 1
Location: Hradčany
Part of: Prague Castle
GPS coordinates: 50.09236,14.40500
Latest update: May 17, 2025 13:15
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