Zaaltarnaya Tower, Fortified tower in Smolensk, Russia
The Zaaltarnaya Tower features sixteen sides and rises as part of the massive Smolensk fortress wall, incorporating traditional Russian defensive architecture principles.
The tower, constructed in 1609, endured significant damage during the Polish siege of 1611 when its wooden structures were completely destroyed by fire.
The tower received its name from its position behind the altar of an ancient wooden church built by Saint Abraham in the 13th century.
Visitors can examine the tower's exterior from Marshal Zhukov Street, while the interior contains metal beams marking different floor levels.
Underground passages and trenches from the 1633 siege by Shein's forces remain visible near the base of this defensive structure.
Location: Smolensk
Inception: 1609
Part of: Smolensk Kremlin
GPS coordinates: 54.78344,32.06522
Latest update: March 5, 2025 21:48
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