Leaning Tower of Nevyansk

The rectangular stone tower rises 57.5 meters with three octagonal tiers and maintains a consistent 3-degree tilt toward the southwest.

Construction of the tower started in 1721 under Akinfiy Demidov's supervision as part of the metallurgical complex development in the Ural region.

The tower's acoustic room contains architectural features that allow whispers from one corner to travel clearly to the opposite corner.

Visitors can access guided tours of the tower through the local museum, with transportation available from Yekaterinburg via express trains.

The tower's roof features the first cast iron cupola in the world, incorporating metal spikes that functioned as early lightning protection.

Location: Nevyansk

Inception: 1721

Founders: Akinfiy Nikitich Demidov

Height: 57.5 m

Website: http://museum-nev.ru/

Part of: Nevyansk Mechanical Plant, Nevyansk Mechanical Plant historic buildings

Website: http://museum-nev.ru

GPS coordinates: 57.49000,60.22330

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:48