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Wok's Tower, the only remnant of the 13th-century castle in Prudnik, is the oldest city monument and one of the most historical objects of this type in Poland. The name of the 41-meter tower refers to the name of the Czech nobleman – Wok of Rosenberg, considered the founder of Prudnik, who decided to build the fortress in the mid-13th century. The cylindrical structure, which was also called the Pagan Tower, was built of greywacke stones, obtained in quarries in the nearby Opawskie Mountains. During the threat to the castle – due to thick walls and an entrance at a height of 12.5 meters – it performed a defensive function. In a later period, it served as a prison as well as a food warehouse and armory. At the beginning of the 19th century, the castle was consumed by fire, sparing the stone defensive tower. From the observation deck of the tower located at a height of 22 meters, one can see the panorama of the city and the Opawskie Mountains. Inside the tower – thanks to descriptions in Polish, Czech, German, and English – one can also get acquainted with the history of the object. Practical information: Town walls: Okrężna Street, Wałowa Street, Zamoyskiego Street, Floriańska Street, Błonie Street, Byczyna Street. Free sightseeing. Sightseeing time: 1.5 - 2 hours. Free parking at 1 Wałowa Street.