Barbican - a bastion of the 15th century with a circular tower belonged to the fortification system of the Bishop's Castle. Its construction is due to visit in 1498 in Pecs General Paul Kinishi associated with the appearance of a military threat from the Turkish side. Defensive installations Castle and the city as a whole have been strengthened across the south side. The tower in the Gothic style was built in the 15th century on the western corner of the high walls of the castle. The rear gate barabakana serve a purpose: they allowed the defenders to attack the attacking enemy from the flanks.

  By 18-19 th century, the Barbican, as well as other buildings of the city - destroyed his peers. Most of the dilapidated buildings constructed along the ramparts were demolished in the 1960s, as a result, the old Barbican, freed from satellites became perfectly visible to visitors to the city - he was often visited by tourists, as its tower offers a wonderful view of the city .