Turaŭ Castle, Medieval castle ruins in Turov, Belarus.
Stone foundations and earthen ramparts mark the former defensive structure positioned on elevated ground above the marshlands of the Yazda River.
The castle, established in the late 10th century as a wooden fortress, withstood a ten-week siege by southern Russian princes in 1158.
Archaeological excavations at the castle site reveal artifacts from various periods, documenting the evolution of military architecture in medieval Belarus.
The castle remains are located at coordinates 52.073611, 27.723056, with access routes available through the town of Turov.
According to traveler Pavel Shpilevsky's 1859 records, the castle originally featured seven towers forming a complete defensive system.
Location: Turov
GPS coordinates: 52.07361,27.72306
Latest update: March 3, 2025 05:25
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