South wall of Vyborg Castle, Medieval defense wall at Vyborg Castle, Russia
The south wall of Vyborg Castle is a fortified structure that marks the southern boundary of this historic castle in Russia. The structure consists of thick stone masonry featuring typical elements of medieval fortress architecture.
The structure was built in 1293 under Swedish rule as part of the castle's defensive fortification. After centuries under different rulers, it eventually became part of Russia's fortifications.
The south wall shows building methods from different periods as the castle changed hands between Swedish and Russian rule. Visitors can see how the various construction styles overlap along this section.
The area around the wall is accessible to visitors on foot, with several viewpoints to observe the stonework and construction methods. The ground is relatively flat and manageable, though there is limited shelter from the weather.
The wall contained original arrow slits that allowed defenders to watch for approaching ships from the Gulf of Finland. These openings show how guards controlled access by monitoring the waterways.
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