Pokrovskaa basna, Novgorod
Facts and practical information
Pokrovskaya Tower is a quadrangular tower of the Novgorod citadel. Built at the end of the 16th century. Rectangular in plan 16 × 10.5 m with six combat tiers. The height of the tower with merlons - 18 m, thickness of walls on the first tier is more than 3 m. The tower is crowned by a thirteen-metre high tent, which protrudes more than 9 metres beyond the fortress walls. The walls of the monument are cut through by loopholes - 55 embrasures. Of all the ceilings, the barrel vaults of the two lower tiers have been preserved. The ancient wooden ties were replaced by metal ones.
Novgorod
Pokrovskaa basna – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Millennium of Russia, Cathedral of St. Sophia, Novgorod Kremlin, Our Lady of the Sign.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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How to get to Pokrovskaa basna by public transport?
Bus
- Сенная площадь • Lines: 26 (4 min walk)
- площадь Победы-Софийская • Lines: 26, А20 (7 min walk)
Train
- Novgorod-Na-Volkhove (24 min walk)