Häme Castle (Hämeenlinna (Town))

Finland / Kanta-Hame / Hameenlinna / Hämeenlinna (Town)
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Häme Castle is one of Finland’s medieval royal castles. It is believed to have been built at the end of the 13th century, following the crusade by Swedish Earl Birger to Häme region. During the Middle Ages the original fortified camp was built into a residential castle for its commandant. In the 18th century a third storey was built and curtain wall buildings partly replaced the original outer walls. The castle and its surroundings were in prison use from 1837 to 1972. The main castle is now presented as a historical monument.
The Castle also offering the possibility of visiting the Prison Museum, the Historical Museum and the Artillery Museum. The Castle of Häme is open for visitors all year around.
Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Häme_castle
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Coordinates:   61°0'12"N   24°27'32"E
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