Veľký Kamenec Castle, Mittelalterliche Burgruine auf einem Hügel in Veľký Kamenec, Slowakei.
Veľký Kamenec Castle is a castle ruin spread across a hilltop above the village, consisting of three main sections arranged downward from the peak. The remaining stone walls, towers, and the distinctive pentagonal cannon tower create a fragmented outline of the fortress that once stood here.
The fortress was built in the 13th century following the Tartar invasion as a defensive stronghold in the region. It remained fortified for about 400 years until the imperial authorities ordered its destruction in the late 17th century.
The castle was named after the large stone rocks found on the hilltop, which local people have recognized for centuries. Visitors walking through the ruins can still see how the fortress layout reflected the importance of defense and control over the surrounding land.
Visitors can reach the ruins by walking uphill from the village center, following a path that becomes steeper as you approach the summit. Good footwear is recommended, and allow time to explore all three levels without rushing.
The pentagonal cannon tower rises about 7 meters high and contains three separate levels of firing openings built for military defense. This carefully designed structure shows how medieval engineers adapted their towers to make better use of artillery and gunpowder weapons.
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