Hunyad Castle, Romania
From series “The Most Wonderful Castles and Palaces”Year: 1456.
Romania is one of the top runners after the number of beautiful old castles and castles, among which Hunyad Castle must be mentioned. This Gothic castle is located in the town of Hunedoara. Its founder was the outstanding military leader Siebenbürgen and the regent of Hungary's Yanku de Hunedoara. The construction of the castle began in 1441 and lasted 15 years. It is one of the best examples of Gothic architecture in Romania.
As the site of the impressive building, the founder chose a high rocky hill on which a different castle had already been built in the early Middle Ages. Until the middle of the 15th century the old castle was completely destroyed. The new defense system, built in its stead, was not only of great strategic importance, but also served as the main reserve for the Hunyad dynasty. Many interesting legends are connected with the beautiful old castle. It is true that Count Dracula was imprisoned in 1462. He spent seven years in the castle.
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