Järvitaipale Fortress, Military fortress in Savitaipale, Finland
The stone fortress features two bastions and six tenailles, measuring 196 meters in length and 106 meters in width with high earthen walls.
Russian General Alexander Suvorov initiated the construction of this defensive stronghold in 1791 to protect St Petersburg from potential Swedish advances.
The fortress stands as a testament to Finnish-Russian military heritage, displaying architectural elements from French general Marc-René de Montalembert's defensive designs.
The fortress grounds maintain clear pathways for visitors, with dedicated parking areas and specific zones where sheep control vegetation during summer months.
Within the inner yard, researchers have documented 130 different vascular plant species, including several specimens native to Russian territories.
Location: Savitaipale
Part of: Partakosken, Kärnäkosken ja Järvitaipaleen linnakkeet
GPS coordinates: 61.09373,27.23955
Latest update: March 3, 2025 03:33
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