Market Gate

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Description

Market Gate (Brama Targowa) is the landmark of Elblag. The gate is the only existing part of the original city wall. The construction began in 1319 and it was enlarged to the current height in 1420-1430. The gate was damaged badly in the World War II, but restored after the war. Today the is a terrace on the top of gate with panoramic view to Elblag old town.

Miscellaneous historic sites in PolandAll sites in Elbląg

Address
Stary Rynek 1, Elbląg, Poland

Established
1319

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