Bethlen Castle, Renaissance castle in Criș, Romania
The castle presents a square plan with four corner towers and high defensive walls enclosing a central courtyard with Renaissance architectural elements.
The Bethlen family constructed the initial structure in the 14th century, with subsequent modifications and enlargements continuing through the 18th century.
The castle features decorated window frames and arched balustrades that display the architectural preferences of Transylvanian nobility during the Renaissance period.
The castle maintains regular opening hours for visitors, with guided tours available in multiple languages through advance reservation at the main entrance.
The archway wing, built in 1599 by Károlyi Klára, contains original stone carvings and a monogram from 1598 marking Bethlen Mihály's contribution.
Location: Criș
Location: Mureș County
GPS coordinates: 46.14324,24.69254
Latest update: March 3, 2025 03:10
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