Turaida Castle

13th century1214Latvia

CountryLatvia

RegionSigulda

Period13th century

Year Built1214

About Turaida Castle

Built on the site of a destroyed wooden castle. The name means Garden of Thor in Livonian. The 27 m tower offers views of the Gauja River valley. The Rose of Turaida legend tells of a girl who chose death over dishonor.

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