Remnants of Medieval city gate discovered in Estonian Parnu
Medieval History

Remnants of Medieval city gate discovered in Estonian Parnu


Construction workers and archaeologists digging at the future site of Parnu's history museum have unearthed remnants of a city gate, expected to date from the 13th or 14th century, informs ERR/LETA.

The workers discovered the gate's oak foundations and pillars, as well as a wooden walkway, during drainage works at the location.

In medieval times the gate would have been a vital city feature as the main artery for goods transported between the port to the city, Pärnu Museum director Aldur Vunk told Aktuaalne Kaamera.

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