Palatium in Poznań, Medieval palace ruins in Ostrów Tumski, Poznań, Poland
Palatium in Poznań is a medieval palace structure on Ostrów Tumski, of which today only the stone foundations and ground-level chambers remain visible. The preserved walls reveal how rooms were arranged and include a chapel with decorative fragments.
The palace was constructed in the early medieval period and served as a royal administrative and residential center. Archaeological work has uncovered evidence of different phases of use and modification throughout the medieval centuries.
The chapel within the structure displays fragments of mosaics and painted plaster that reflect decorative craftsmanship from neighboring regions.
The site is easily accessible in the old town area and the remains are displayed within an archaeological setting. Visitors should wear appropriate footwear as the ground can be uneven and slippery after rain.
Adjacent to the palace stood a workshop where craftspeople produced elaborate jewelry using refined metalworking techniques. This workshop reveals that skilled artisans worked directly for the ruling family.
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