Gremyachaya Tower, Pskov, Medieval defensive tower in Pskov, Russia
The cylindrical stone tower reaches 29 meters in height and features six levels connected by internal staircases with multiple defensive loopholes.
Prince Vasily Ivanovich ordered the construction of this fortification in 1525, incorporating advanced architectural elements from Italian design principles.
The structure gained its name from Gremyachya Gora, where numerous medieval forges operated, producing characteristic sounds that echoed through the area.
The tower contains a stone tunnel system leading to the Pskova River, which provided water access to defenders during military conflicts.
The fortress walls reach 5 meters in thickness and include 28 strategically positioned loopholes distributed across different levels of the structure.
Location: Pskov Oblast
Inception: 1525
Height: 29 m
Width: 15 m
Made from material: stone
Address: Псков, Гремячая, ул., 7Б
GPS coordinates: 57.82326,28.34876
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:45
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