Mury fortress of Vinnytsya

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Mury fortress of Vinnytsya, Medieval fortress in Vinnytsya, Ukraine.

The Mury fortress stands on the banks of the Southern Bug River, featuring stone walls that demonstrate military architecture from the 14th century.

Lithuanian Duke Algirdas documented the fortress in 1363, establishing it as a defensive structure against frequent raids by Tatar forces in the region.

The fortress includes architectural elements from different periods, reflecting the changes in control between Lithuanian, Polish, and Russian administrations throughout centuries.

Visitors can reach the fortress by taking local buses to the city center of Vinnytsya, where informational signs guide them through the historical site.

The fortress maintains its original foundation stones from 1363, making it one of the oldest surviving military structures in western-central Ukraine.

GPS coordinates: 49.23200,28.47520

Latest update: March 5, 2025 18:10

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