Kuressaare Castle, Medieval fortress in Kuressaare, Estonia.
The castle features a square design with a central courtyard, surrounded by defensive walls and protected by a substantial water-filled moat.
Constructed in the 1380s by the Teutonic Order, the fortress served as a stronghold for bishops during the christianization of local populations.
The structure now contains the Saaremaa Museum, presenting exhibits about regional traditions, maritime heritage, and architectural development through centuries.
Visitors can explore multiple levels of the castle, including the refectory, dormitory, chapel, and bishop's quarters containing baroque carved epitaphs.
The convent building represents the sole remaining medieval fortified structure in the Baltic States maintaining its original architectural elements.
Location: Saaremaa Rural Municipality
GPS coordinates: 58.24689,22.47929
Latest update: May 18, 2025 00:11
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