Tower of Kamyenyets

The unique attraction of Belarus!

The Kamenets Tower or Kamenets Vezha is the defensive tower in the Romanesque style, dates from the late 13th century. The similar buildings were in all the major cities of Belarus, but it has remaine...

A UNESCO candidate!

A solid tall tower surviving right from the 1280s, a part of an old wooden castle that is gone along with the foundations. A unique donjon-type tower has seen a lot and was only slightly restored at t...

Historical landmark in a small town

The tower is a remnant of 13th century castle and the only one remaining of the several, once present on nowadays Belorussian land. The castle is beautifully situated, it hold a local museum (did not ...

A majastic view

This 30m high tower, dating back to the 13th century, looks perfect. 100% brickwork. It was built as a keep. It stands on a high river bank. There is a museum inside the tower that offers a beautiful ...

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Coming with the family Today, on May 9, the entrance was free. Good museum, and friendly staff! A chic view from the roof of the tower.