The Temples District was the largest and perhaps the oldest and most important regions in the entirety of the
The Upper City of
Baldur's Gate. It featured some of the city's greatest buildings and landmarks that were famous across the Sword Coast. It housed the grand Ducal Palace, which served as the seat of power for the ruling Grand Dukes, the vast Gondar temple-workshop known as High House of Wonders, along with the museum that proudly displayed the creations of Baldurian Gondsmen, the Hall of Wonders.
Notable Locations
Inns and Festhalls
Three Old Kegs
The Kegs was such a popular establishment that many retired Flaming Fists chose to take up permanent residence within. It was considered one of the finest inns in all of Faerûn.
Helm and Cloak
This upscale, traditional inn was located in the heart of the Upper City.
Landmarks
High Hall
While the castle of Baldur's Gate was the seat of power for the Grand Dukes, it also housed the city courts, its civic record keeping and served as a venue for professional and guild meetings alike.
Six Wise Machinists
This notable statue was located just north of the High House of Wonders.
Residences
Ramazith's tower
The tower of the 14th century sage remained standing over a century later.
Vanthampur Villa
Wanting to get away from the gossip of the other nobles of Manorborn district, the Vanthampur estate is located here.
Portyr estate
Unassuming manor which is home to the family of Dillard Portyr, Duke of Baldur's Gate.
Temples
"The Hall" served as both a city museum and a holy site to the Gondar faith.
While "the House" catered to the followers of Gond, it was open night and day to everyone within Baldur's Gate.
Roads
Belltoll Street
Windspell Street
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