Tvrdalj Castle, Renaissance castle in Stari Grad, Croatia.
The fortified residence features a seawater pool in its central courtyard, surrounded by living quarters and a tower with a dovecote.
Petar Hektorović constructed this defensive structure during the 16th century to protect local citizens from Ottoman Turkish attacks on Hvar island.
The walls contain numerous inscriptions in Latin and Croatian, with the Croatian texts representing some of the earliest surviving examples of written language.
Visitors can explore the Renaissance building complex, including the fish pond, garden area, and architectural elements that combine residential and defensive purposes.
The castle incorporates a specialized seawater system that maintains a constant water level in the central fish pool through underground channels.
Location: Stari Grad
GPS coordinates: 43.18300,16.59500
Latest update: March 9, 2025 22:09
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