Thomas Tower

The ruins of the Thomas Tower in spring 2005

The Thomas Tower (in German Thomasturm) is a former watchtower in the ancient city walls of Basel, Switzerland, just across the Gate of Saint John. It is named after Thomas Becket, Archbishop of Canterbury.

Coordinates: 47°34′01″N 7°34′59″E / 47.56694°N 7.58306°E / 47.56694; 7.58306

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