Samborskaya Hall

Anyone who has ever visited Sambor, necessarily been to the area where the renowned town hall. Sorokametrovoy Tower is considered the oldest in Ukraine.

History of the Town Hall began in the late 14th century, after the receipt of the city of Magdeburg law. The first building was made of wood, but it was short-lived: it destroyed by fire. Town Hall was restored, but soon suffered the fate of its predecessor. The next building made ​​of stone, with an octagonal tower and lantern. The two-storey building, made ​​in the Renaissance style, appeared in 1670. The authors of the architectural ensemble were influenced by the works of the Italian masters, so there was a Renaissance portal.

Its present form Hall acquired only in the late 19th century, when the tower was decorated clock. Purchased in Prague, they were treated to a fabulous sum for that time - 1200 PLN! Chimes rang every hour dials decorated tower with 4 sides and is highlighted when it begins to get dark. Enjoy the beauty created by craftsmen of the 19th century, and now you can.

By the way, Samborskaya Hall, and today is used for its intended purpose: it is the executive committee and city council.