Shoemakers' tower in Sighișoara, Fortified tower from 1522 in Sighișoara, Romania.
The Shoemakers' Tower features large windows and an observation turret on the roof, standing as part of the medieval defensive wall system.
Following the devastating fire of 1676 caused by a gunpowder explosion, the tower underwent reconstruction and gained its current baroque architectural form in 1681.
The tower received its name from the shoemakers' guild members who maintained and protected this section of the fortification as part of their trade privileges.
Visitors can access the observation point through a wooden staircase installed in 2001, offering views across the surrounding medieval landscape.
The structure currently houses a local radio station, combining modern telecommunications with centuries-old architecture.
GPS coordinates: 46.22130,24.79190
Latest update: March 3, 2025 04:56
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