Borysławice Zamkowe Castle, Gothic castle in Borysławice Zamkowe, Poland
Borysławice Zamkowe Castle is a fortified structure on an island featuring two parallel three-story residential buildings enclosed by defensive walls and surrounded by water. The two buildings were connected by arcades and shared a central fortified courtyard.
Archbishop Wojciech Jastrzębiec started construction in 1425 to create a residence during his negotiations with the Teutonic Order. The structure emerged during a period when Polish church leaders built their own fortified seats of power.
The fortress served as a home for church officials and displayed the power of religious leaders through its blend of defensive and residential functions in medieval Poland. Visitors can still observe how the architecture balanced protection with comfort.
The castle ruins sit on private land near national road 92 and can be viewed from the roadside through remaining gate structures and water-filled moat. Visitors should observe the site from a distance and respect the private property.
The castle featured a polygonal corner tower that set it apart from other medieval Polish fortifications with its unusual geometric form. This architectural detail shows how the builder followed contemporary defense trends.
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