Laiuse fortress ruins
Construction of the Laiuse fortress was launched by the Livonian Order in the late 14th century to defend its eastern borders. The first defensive structure in Estonia to be fitted with firearms, it gained its definitive appearance in the late Middle Ages. Cannon towers were added to the fortress in the mid-15th century. The fortress crumbled in 1559 but was restored, with wooden barracks built at the end of the Swedish era, which accommodated Karl XII and his entourage from 1700–1701. After the Great Northern War the fortress lay in ruins.
Did you know...?
- The fortress ruins are today the site of historical snow battles in winter and more peaceful events in summer.
Construction of the Laiuse fortress was launched by the Livonian Order in the late 14th century to defend its eastern borders. The first defensive structure in Estonia to be fitted with firearms, it gained its definitive appearance in the late Middle
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A fascinating landmark
If you're into history and ruins, then try to make a stop here. This was a Livonian Order castle originally built in the 14th century. Through the years and after a bombardment of wars and battles it...
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Неплохо!
В Эстонии не так много подобных мест, поэтому это обязательно заинтересует тех, кто любит развалины. Красиво!
