Gaujiena Castle Ruins

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Gaujiena Castle was built between 1236 and 1238. Severely damaged in 1702 during the Great Northern War, the structure was abandoned. Ruins can be viewed in the park near the 18th century manor centre.

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Address
P23, Gaujiena, Latvia

Established
1236-1238

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