Liw Castle, Gothic castle in Liw, Poland.
Liw Castle is a brick fortress built on an artificial island supported by oak poles, featuring a square layout of roughly 33 by 32.5 meters (108 by 107 feet). Inside, a museum displays extensive weapons collections that show how the place was used for defense.
The fortress was founded in the 15th century by Prince Janusz I the Elder to guard the crossing over the Liwiec River. It was rebuilt in the 16th century, gaining new architectural features during that reconstruction.
The castle hosts the annual Knights Medieval festival, where visitors can watch demonstrations of medieval crafts and combat techniques. These events attract people interested in how people lived and worked during that era.
The museum is open from Tuesday through Sunday and displays weapons and other exhibits inside the fortress. Visitors should know that the bridge to the artificial island may have limited access times and the grounds can be slippery in wet weather.
The gate tower and wall fragments were partially rebuilt in the 1950s and show features from different time periods mixed together. This blend of original structures and mid-century restoration offers an interesting look at how historic buildings were modified during post-war reconstruction.
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