Hajciuniški Castle, Medieval fortification in Hajciunishki, Belarus.
Hajciuniski Castle is a stone fortress in Hajciunishki built with multiple towers and thick protective walls. The layout of rooms, windows, and entrances shows it functioned as both a defensive structure and a home for an important family.
The fortress was built during a period when new defensive methods were being applied in the region. Peter Nonhart designed the structure, integrating military requirements with the need for a comfortable residence.
The building reflects how local nobles combined defensive needs with comfortable living spaces in medieval times. You can see this balance in the way rooms are arranged and how the walls are constructed.
The site is open for visits from April through October with guided tours explaining the construction details. Wear comfortable shoes since visiting different levels involves stairs and uneven ground.
The stone carvings on the walls display specific 13th-century craftsmanship techniques rarely seen elsewhere in the region. These details offer insight into how medieval builders worked with stone and planned their structures.
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