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Dundaga Castle, Medieval castle in Dundaga, Latvia.

The castle spans 48 by 69 meters with high defensive walls and contains an inner courtyard featuring an original stone well from its construction period.

The Riga Dome Chapter of Priests initiated the construction of Dundaga Castle in the 13th century, making it the largest fortification in Northern Kurzeme.

The castle houses exhibitions about Arvīds Blūmentāls, a Latvian crocodile hunter who influenced the creation of the film Crocodile Dandy.

Tours of Dundaga Castle operate Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with weekend hours available during the summer tourist season.

The castle features bas-reliefs at the main entrance depicting a warrior monk and a bishop, created by artist A. Voltz in 1909.

Location: Dundaga

Inception: 13 century

Address: Pils iela 12

GPS coordinates: 57.51056,22.35611

Latest update: March 10, 2025 01:02

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