Leaning Tower of Toruń
Fortified tower in Toruń, Poland / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Leaning Tower of Toruń is a medieval tower in Toruń, Poland. It is known as a leaning tower because the top of the tower is displaced 1.5 metres (4 ft 11 in) from where it would be if the tower were perfectly vertical. Located on Pod Krzywą Wieżą street, it is one of the most important landmarks in Toruń's Old Town. As part of the Medieval Town of Toruń it is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a Historic Monument of Poland.[1]
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Leaning Tower of Toruń | |
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Krzywa Wieża w Toruniu | |
General information | |
Type | Fortified tower |
Architectural style | Gothic |
Town or city | Toruń |
Country | Poland |
Coordinates | 53°0′30.04″N 18°36′7.92″E |
Construction started | 13th century |
Renovated | 19th century |
Height | 15 meters |
Technical details | |
Material | Red brick |
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