Gyula Castle, Medieval brick castle and museum in Gyula, Hungary.
Gyula Castle is a brick fortress featuring a central structure surrounded by a trapezoidal outer wall with a cannon tower at its southwestern corner. Inside, multiple rooms display artifacts and recreations related to medieval life and the castle's past.
Construction began in the 15th century under János Maróti as the fortress took shape on this location. The structure faced military pressure during the 16th century when the region's power shifted, leading to significant changes in its control.
The castle displays how medieval residents lived through furnished rooms, period objects, and arranged domestic spaces that visitors can explore. These exhibits show daily routines and the way people organized their lives within the fortress walls.
The interior has multiple stairs and passages to navigate through various rooms and levels. An observation tower on the grounds provides a vantage point for viewing the surrounding town and landscape.
This fortress represents a rare surviving example of a brick castle built on flat terrain in this region. The structure has endured centuries of military transformations and remains a defining feature of the town.
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