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· Transylvania
· 436 m
The construction of the fortified feudal complex from Făgăraş began at the end of the fourteenth century and continues, through successive additions, until the middle of the seventeenth century.
In 1599, Mihai Viteazul occupied the fortress, gave it to his wife, Doamna Stanca, together with the domain, and, becoming prince of Transylvania, he sheltered here his family and the royal treasure.
In 1630 the defense ditch surrounding the fortress was widened and connected by a secret canal to the Olt River. A folding bridge was installed at the entrance. Later, the cellars were rearranged in dungeons where the revolting serfs were imprisoned.
From 1696, the Făgăraș Fortress was taken over by the Austrians and became a barracks and military prison. The communists used it, between 1948 and 1960, as a prison for opponents of the communist system.
Opening times
| Tuesday | 08:00–20:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00–20:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00–20:00 |
| Friday | 08:00–20:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00–18:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00–18:00 |
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