Velikiye Luki Fortress
Velikiye Luki Fortress, Military fortress in Velikiye Luki, Russia
The stone fortification stands along the Lovat River, featuring defensive walls and structures designed for military operations throughout the centuries.
The fortress, established in 1704, played a crucial role during World War II when Soviet forces besieged German troops from November 1942 to January 1943.
The fortification holds federal cultural heritage status and represents the architectural and military engineering practices of eighteenth-century Russian defensive structures.
Visitors can access the fortress grounds through guided tours that explain the military strategies and architectural elements of this historical stronghold.
The fortress survived multiple sieges, including a notable 1580 battle where an explosion in the gunpowder magazine marked a turning point in the conflict.
Location: Velikiye Luki
Inception: 1704
GPS coordinates: 56.34214,30.50786
Latest update: May 14, 2025 07:35
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