Pulverturm, Medieval powder tower in Templin, Germany.
The Pulverturm is a medieval structure in Templin's old town that was used as a storage facility for gunpowder. The building features a massive brick cone and has shooting slits typical of defensive structures from this period.
The structure was built in the early 15th century when the city converted an existing warehouse into a gunpowder storage facility for the town fortifications. This conversion was part of strengthening Templin's defenses during a time when firearms were becoming more important.
The tower is part of Templin's medieval defensive line and shows how the city protected itself. Visitors can see today how such structures were integrated into the daily life of a fortified town.
The tower is located in the eastern section of the old town near Prenzlauer Tor and is part of the walking route through the medieval fortifications. The area is easy to reach on foot, and the exterior can be viewed freely.
The tower's roof was built as a solid brick cone to resist fires and protect the stored gunpowder inside. This construction method was a practical safety measure designed to minimize explosion risks.
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