Cēsis Castle, Medieval castle ruins in Cēsis, Latvia
The stone fortress consists of two interconnected sections: the original medieval fortress and an adjacent manor house displaying architectural elements from different periods.
Founded in 1209 by Wenno of the Livonian Brothers of the Sword, the castle served as an administrative center for the Teutonic Order throughout medieval Livonia.
The Western Tower contains preserved 16th-century interior elements, including original wall paintings and vaulted consoles that demonstrate medieval craftsmanship.
Visitors can explore the castle complex through guided tours, which include access to the medieval towers, exhibition halls, and the surrounding park grounds.
During the 1577 siege, the inhabitants chose mass suicide in the castle's gunpowder room rather than surrender to Ivan the Terrible's forces.
Location: Cēsis
Inception: 1209
Founders: Wenno
Website: http://cesiscastle.lv/en
GPS coordinates: 57.31331,25.27011
Latest update: May 11, 2025 02:18
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