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    August 10, 2024

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    The Thick Tower (Turnul Gros) was built around 1540 as part of the city's fortifications. By that time, the Ottoman threat had increased, so their defense system was reinforced with โ€ฆ
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    The tower was built around 1540, is U-shaped and protrudes 25 meters from the outer wall. Since 1788, the first theater in Sibiu was housed in the tower.
    The building and is now the seat of the State Philharmonic in Sibiu (Thalia Concert Hall).
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    Very nice spot ๐Ÿคฉ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ
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    The Thick Tower โ€“ The Great Square loop from Sibiu

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 420ย m

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