BDAR

Birštonas Observation Tower

54.604, 24.013
How to get?
  • 24_NKRP Birstono apzvalgos bokstas.jpg

The place for the tower was chosen – ridge of Škėvonys exposure (height of 92 m above sea level). The Nemunas River flows 240 meters away, and there is open area in the south-eastern part, there is forest nearby, panorama of Birštonas and the Nemunas Valley is visible.  The observation deck of the tower will be located at a height of 45 m, and the total height of the tower will be 51 m. Getting to the tower top without stopping might be difficult, and therefore six rest sites will be provided. Next to the tower there will be a recreation area and information stand with panorama of the Nemunas Loops Regional Park. The metal construction of the tower will be "dressed" with larch panels with triangular cells. Such "dress" of the tower might remind of wayside shrine or constellations in the sky. The tower, rectangular design with a laced roof, follows the tradition of Lithuanian defensive architecture, resembles old wooden castle towers and also associates with the later architecture of belfries towers. One might also compare the tower with roadside chapels and image of the World tree. The symbolism of the tower enlivens with the openings – small window for light penetration and opportunity to admire the surrounding beauties as they are carvings of wooden sculptures. 

Website