Rákóczi-vár
Popoiu, Romania, Romania
Rákóczi-vár in Popoiu, Romania, is a 17th-century fortress built as a strategic military stronghold amid Transylvania's turbulent conflicts, exemplifying Renaissance defensive architecture with robust stone walls and towers designed for prolonged sieges. Associated with the prominent Rákóczi princely family during their rule over Transylvania, it served critical roles in regional power struggles against Ottoman and Habsburg forces before falling into partial ruin. Nestled in breathtaking Carpathian landscapes, the evocative ruins today attract history enthusiasts exploring Romania's layered medieval heritage.
Location
Str. Cetății, 607394 Popoiu, Romania
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