Landštejn Castle (Landštejn)

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Landštejn Castle is a massive fortress built in the early 12th century, it is located in the southern Czech Republic. The structure was first mentioned in 1231. At the time, it was the biggest Romanesque castle in the Czech lands. To this day, it remains one of the oldest and best preserved structures in Europe. The two massive towers are connected with a wall defining the upper castle and its courtyard. The six story southern tower is the main tower and it is still fully preserved, including a gate in the western wall.
Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Landštejn
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Coordinates:   49°1'27"N   15°13'50"E
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