Castle Rapsone, Medieval fort in Praid, Romania
The stone fortress stands at 952 meters elevation, featuring thick defensive walls measuring 2 meters and covering an area of 82 by 48 meters.
Archaeological excavations in 1974 revealed pottery fragments from the 11th and 12th centuries, indicating settlement activities prior to the fort's construction in 1200.
The fortification near Parajd connects to regional traditions through the annual Töltöttkáposzta festival, celebrating Hungarian culinary heritage in the surrounding community.
Visitors reach the castle via a 2.5-kilometer walk from the parking area at the fifth kilometer marker on the road toward Gyergyószentmiklós.
The fortress incorporates a natural rock formation into its structure, with archaeological evidence suggesting the interior buildings were constructed primarily from wood.
Location: Praid
Inception: 12 century
Elevation above the sea: 952 m
GPS coordinates: 46.58450,25.18400
Latest update: March 13, 2025 12:47
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