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thumb|Tokyo Skytree, the third tallest tower in the world thumb|Ancient Rome|Roman tower (reconstruction) at Limes – [[Taunus / Germany]]
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A tower is a tall, narrow structure that rises high above the ground, built for purposes like communication (as seen in modern examples like Tokyo Skytree), defense, or other functions across different time periods and civilizations. Towers matter because they have served important roles throughout human history, from ancient Roman fortifications to contemporary landmarks that define city skylines.
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thumb|Tokyo Skytree, the third tallest tower in the world thumb|Ancient Rome|Roman tower (reconstruction) at Limes – [[Taunus / Germany]]
A tower is a tall structure, taller than it is wide, often by a significant factor. Towers are distinguished from masts by their lack of guy-wires and are therefore, along with tall buildings, self-supporting structures.