Baturyn fortress, Military fortress in Baturyn, Ukraine.
Baturyn fortress is a defensive fortification on the banks of the Seim River with stone walls, defensive towers, and a wooden citadel inside. The structures spread across the site and show how a fortified military base was laid out during that period.
The citadel served as a residence and seat of power for several Ukrainian Hetmans from 1669 to 1708. Russian forces under Peter I destroyed it during the Great Northern War, ending its role as a center of authority.
The site displays objects from Cossack life, from weapons to furniture, that tell of its role as a military and administrative center. The place reflects how the region was organized and led during that era.
The grounds are open to explore on your own, and the paths across the site are easy to walk. For deeper knowledge, guided tours are available through the museum administration in several languages.
Since 1996 archaeological work has uncovered original foundations and many objects buried in the ground. This made the site Ukraine's first open-air archaeological park rebuilt at its original location.
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