Kutafiya Tower stands outside the Moscow Kremlin at Vozdvizhenka Street, beside the route into the fortress. Built in 1516 under architect Aloisio da Milano, it protected the bridge leading to the Kremlin and remains one of the complex’s entry points. Look closely at its imposing structure and detailed facade, then consider how the tower’s moat and closable gate helped defend the approach. Its position near Alexander Garden also makes it a convenient stop for photographs on the way to the Kremlin.
How the tower defended the Kremlin
Kutafiya Tower was built in 1516 under the leadership of architect Aloisio da Milano. It stood outside the Kremlin as a barbican, protecting the bridge that led to the fortress.
A moat surrounded the tower, and its single gate could be closed in times of danger. These features protected the approach to the Kremlin.
At the Kremlin entrance
The tower remains one of the entry points to the Moscow Kremlin. Its imposing structure and detailed facade are worth a close look as you pass through the area. The nearby Alexander Garden is a useful spot for photographs.
FAQ
When was Kutafiya Tower built?
It was built in 1516 under the leadership of architect Aloisio da Milano.
What was Kutafiya Tower used for?
It protected the bridge leading to the Moscow Kremlin. A surrounding moat and a gate that could be closed in times of danger helped defend the approach.
Is Kutafiya Tower an entrance to the Kremlin?
Yes. It is one of the entry points to the Moscow Kremlin.
