Laurinc Gate, Medieval gate site in Old Town, Bratislava, Slovakia
Laurinc Gate was a medieval entrance to Bratislava's Old Town, now marked by a hanging portcullis installation at the site. This symbolic gate structure shows where the original defensive gate once stood and controlled access to the historical city center.
The gate was built in the 14th century as a key defensive structure protecting the city. It was torn down in 1778 on orders from Empress Maria Theresa to make room for the city to grow and develop.
The gate takes its name from Saint Lawrence, patron of travelers, and a church dedicated to him once stood at this location until the 1500s. This religious connection shaped how local people viewed and used this entrance to their city.
The site has information plaques that explain the history and importance of the former gate in medieval Bratislava. You can easily find the location and see the hanging gate installation marking the entrance to the Old Town.
This gate stood out from others of its time because it had a water moat system fed by mountain streams. This water system made it one of the most strongly fortified entry points into the city.
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