Oruzheynaya Tower, Fortified tower in Tverskoy District, Moscow, Russia.
The Oruzheynaya Tower stretches 30.9 meters in height and features a circular base with a diameter of 34 meters within the Moscow Kremlin walls.
Built in 1493 during the expansion of Moscow's fortifications, the structure was initially named Konyushennaya Tower due to its location near the royal stables.
The tower functions as an essential component of the Moscow Kremlin complex, representing medieval Russian defensive architecture and military engineering methods.
Visitors can locate the tower at coordinates 55.74943°N and 37.61275°E, within the Moscow Kremlin territory that opens daily for guided tours.
The current name, changed in the 19th century, reflects its connection to the Kremlin Armory, which stores a collection of historical weapons.
Location: Tverskoy District
Inception: 1493
Height: 30.9 m
Diameter: 34 m
Part of: Kremlin
GPS coordinates: 55.74943,37.61275
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:34
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