Khoynovskaya Tower

Poland, Legnica
Rating 6.0
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Khoynovskaya Tower

Poland, Legnica
Medieval tower located in the historical center of the Polish city of Legnica. Currently used as an inexpensive hotel. Chojnowska Tower was erected in the 15th century as part of the fortifications that surrounded the city. At the same time, it performed purely defensive functions, being a platform for observing the surroundings. During its centuries-old history, the building has been reconstructed more than once. During the last one - in 1963 - a double row of windows appeared, and rooms adapted for overnight stay were created on several floors. Thus, the city authorities laid the foundation for the hotel period of the tower. However, in general, the Gothic facade of the Chojnowska Tower and window openings remained in their original form.

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Traveled 5 years ago
Rating 6
Chojnowski Gate Tower (Wieza Bramy Chojnowskiej) was built in the 15th century. It was part of the fortifications that surrounded the medieval city. These fortifications appeared around Legnica in the 14th century and were rebuilt and fortified many times over the following years. And the tower itself was once part of the gate on Chojnowskiej street. Over the centuries, the defensive complex, along with the tower, has undergone many transformations and adaptations. Despite this, there are visible traces of shooting ranges (the walls are damaged), almost everything has been preserved, even some of the original window openings.
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