Water tower in Drobeta-Turnu Severin, Water tower in Drobeta-Turnu Severin, Romania.
The cylindrical water tower stands 27 meters tall with a diameter of 10 meters, featuring medieval architectural elements including battlements and spiral staircases.
Engineer Elie Radu designed this water distribution structure in 1910, and construction finished in 1913, becoming the first reinforced concrete building in Eastern Europe.
The tower contains exhibitions about the Ada Kaleh island heritage, displaying historical photographs and utilizing mobile applications for an enhanced presentation experience.
Visitors can access the observation platform by elevator or climbing 400 steps, with tickets priced at 20 lei for adults and 10 lei for students.
During World War I, German forces used this water tower as an observation post, taking advantage of its strategic position overlooking the Danube River.
Location: Drobeta-Turnu Severin
GPS coordinates: 44.62987,22.65211
Latest update: March 26, 2025 22:23
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