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Wisłoujście Fortress is a historic fortification located on the Martwa Wisła River in Gdańsk, Poland. Built in the 15th century, it features a round tower surrounded by bastions and moats. The fortress played a strategic role in the defense of Gdańsk's port.
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The main tower, constructed in 1482, served as a lighthouse. The surrounding bastions were added between the 16th and 17th centuries to strengthen the fortress against artillery attacks. Wisłoujście Fortress is accessible by foot and small boats, offering insight into Poland's military architecture. It is a part of the Historical Museum of Gdańsk.