Markušovce Castle Ruins, Markušovce, Slovakia

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The Gravensteen is a castle in Ghent originating from the Middle Ages. The name means 'castle of the counts' in Dutch. Arnulf I (918–965), Count of Flanders, was the first to fortify this place, building a medieval bastion on this high sand dune, naturally protected by the river Leie and its marshy banks. This bastion consisted of a central wooden building and several surrounding buildings, also in wood.

In the early 11th century, the wooden building was replaced by a stone residence, consisting of three large halls that made up three storeys, connected by a stone stairwell. The monumental stone staircase, the light openings, the fireplaces built into the walls and the latrines were signs of considerable luxury and comfort in those days. There was probably also a tower.

John Chapman (2 years ago)
Love the place ❤️ very good experience

Zoltán Árok (2 years ago)
Cool

Igor (3 years ago)
Super?

Ján Dzurdženík (5 years ago)
Unique exposition of the historical furniture and musical instruments.

Ing. Jana Vargova, PhD. (5 years ago)
Very nice place for family trips

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