Nesvizh Radziwiłł Castle, Royal residence in Niasviž, Belarus
Nesvizh Radziwiłł Castle is a fortified residence featuring thick stone walls, four defensive towers, and a three-story palace building at its center. Extensive fortifications surround the entire complex to protect it.
Italian architect Giovanni Bernardoni began construction of this fortress for the Radziwiłł family in 1582. The main building was completed around 1600 and served the family as a residence for many generations.
The castle displays furniture, weapons, and portraits that show how the Radziwiłł family lived across different periods. Visitors can observe the daily life and power of the nobility through these objects on display.
Access is available through several entrances, and guided tours can help you learn about the rooms and collections. Elevators and seating areas are helpful for older visitors or those with limited mobility.
This fortress was one of the first in Eastern Europe to use the new Italian defensive system with pentagonal bastions. This design combined cutting-edge defense techniques with local needs of the time.
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