Powder Tower

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The Powder Tower, or Prašná brána in Czech, is a prominent Gothic structure in Prague, Czech Republic. Originally constructed in 1475 as one of the city's original gates, it served as a crucial point of entrance into the Old Town. The tower was initially intended for defensive purposes but later became a storehouse for gunpowder, which is how it got its name. Standing at 65 meters tall, the Powder Tower offers visitors a chance to climb its 186 steps to an observation deck that provides stunning views of Prague’s historic center.

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