Minčeta, Defense tower in Dubrovnik, Croatia.
The limestone structure reaches 20 meters in height and features walls six meters thick with protected gun ports throughout its circular design.
Built in 1319 by Nicifor Ranjina as a quadrilateral fort, the tower underwent reconstruction after 1463 under architects Michelozzo di Bartolomeo and Juraj of Dalmatia.
The tower takes its name from the Mencetic family, who owned the land where this prominent defense structure of the Dubrovnik Republic stands.
Visitors can access the highest point of Dubrovnik's defense system by climbing 750 steps, leading to views over the city and Adriatic Sea.
During construction periods, every person entering Dubrovnik through Pile or Gruz gates had to bring a stone to contribute to the tower's development.
Location: Dubrovnik
Made from material: limestone
GPS coordinates: 42.64283,18.10859
Latest update: March 11, 2025 01:07
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