Wesselenyi castle in Jibou, Historic monument in Jibou, Romania.
Description
Wesselenyi Castle is a baroque palace complex with stone walls, large windows, and a central courtyard located on Wesselenyi Miklos Street 18. The surrounding grounds function as a botanical garden with educational spaces and recreational areas integrated into the property.
History
Construction began in 1779 under Wesselenyi Miklos and his wife, with completion achieved in 1796 after significant delays. The project faced interruptions due to political circumstances of that era.
Culture
The interior walls display hunting scenes painted in 1805 by an artist from Sibiu. These decorations give the building a distinctive artistic character that visitors can observe while moving through the rooms.
Practical
The site operates as an educational facility today, with classrooms and recreational areas spread across the botanical garden grounds. Visitors should plan time to explore both the building interiors and the garden spaces carefully.
Did you know?
Stone lions from another noble palace were relocated to the castle gardens during the 1970s. These sculptured animals have become distinctive features of the outdoor grounds.
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