Torture Chamber, Gdańsk

The Torture Chamber is a building located in central . One of a series of , it was constructed in the 16th century. A from much of its history, its name comes from the fact it was used for purposes of torture.
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  • Type: Tourist attraction
  • Description: building in Gdańsk, Poland
  • Also known as: “House of tortures in Gdańsk”
  • Address: Targ Węglowy 26, Gdańsk, 80-836

Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Golden gate and Highland Gate.

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The is a historic Renaissance in , . It is located within the Royal Route, the most prominent part of the Old Town and is one of its most notable tourist attractions.

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The is a 16th-century located in the city centre of . Completed in 1575 and repeatedly renovated, it is one of the city's most important landmarks. It is on the regional heritage list.

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Places in the Area

Nearby places include Old Town and Biskupia Górka.

Quarter
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The is a quarter of Śródmieście, a district of . It is the oldest area of the city to be granted city rights or privileges.

Quarter
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is a neighbourhood and hill in , , located in the Śródmieście district. Historically, had important strategic meaning, since it is a hill close to the main city.

Quarter
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is a quarter and eponymous road in Śródmieście, a district of .

Torture Chamber, Gdańsk

Latitude
54.34988° or 54° 20′ 60″ north
Longitude
18.64703° or 18° 38′ 49″ east
Levels
3
Roof shape
gabled
Open location code
9F6W8JXW+XR
Open­Street­Map ID
way 374156466
Open­Street­Map feature
building=­yes
Open­Street­Map feature
historic=­prison
Open­Street­Map feature
tourism=­attraction
Wiki­data ID
Q2067591
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