Château de Bourganeuf, Medieval fortress tower in Bourganeuf, France
The Château de Bourganeuf features three remaining towers connected by sections of the original defensive wall surrounding the medieval structure.
The Knights of Malta established this stronghold in the 12th century, making it the administrative center of the Langue d'Auvergne region.
The Tour Zizim tower gained recognition for housing Ottoman prince Djem, son of Mehmed II, who remained captive from 1482 to 1488.
The castle stands at 5572 Place de l'Hôtel de Ville in Bourganeuf, featuring an exhibition hall and accessible ruins for visitors.
The Tour Zizim contains four masonry floors topped by an attic level with military architectural elements including defensive machicolations.
Location: Bourganeuf
GPS coordinates: 45.95400,1.75672
Latest update: May 27, 2025 04:52
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