Multangular Tower
Contents
5 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to the Multangular Tower, arguably the most significant piece of Roman military engineering surviving in Britain. As we stand here in the Museum Gardens, we are looking at the northwest corner of the legionary fortress of…
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Let us examine the Roman section of the tower more closely. The stonework here is a marvel of ancient engineering. …
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The unique shape of the Multangular Tower is its most defining characteristic. It is effectively a decagon, though it only shows nine of its sides toward the exterior. …
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The top third of the Multangular Tower dates from the 13th century, built during a period when York was once again reinforcing its defenses against potential Scottish invasions. The medieval masons recognized the strength of the…
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As we conclude our examination of the Multangular Tower, let us appreciate it as a sentinel that has watched over the River Ouse for nearly two thousand years. It is more than just a wall; it is a physical timeline of Western…
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What is Multangular Tower?
Multangular Tower is a place with 5 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Type | Heritage |
|---|---|
| Story sections | 5 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 53.9600, -1.0873 |
| Last updated |
