Swallow's Nest, Gothic Revival castle in Gaspra, Crimea.
The miniature castle rises 40 meters above the Black Sea on Aurora Cliff, featuring decorative towers and ornate architectural elements against the coastal backdrop.
Russian architect Leonid Sherwood designed this decorative structure in 1911 for Baron von Steingel, who made his fortune from oil extraction in Baku.
The castle stands as a representation of early 20th-century architectural achievements in Crimea, combining German Gothic influences with Russian design elements.
Visitors can reach the castle via a direct route from Yalta, with regular transportation options available throughout the operating hours from 10:00 to 19:00.
The entire structure occupies just 20 square meters of space on the cliff edge, making it one of the smallest castles built during the Russian Imperial period.
Location: Gaspra
Inception: 1912
Architects: Leonid Vladimirovich Sherwood
Official opening: 1912
Architectural style: Gothic Revival
Website: https://замок-ласточкино-гнездо.рф
GPS coordinates: 44.43057,34.12851
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:06
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