Krimulda Castle

Krimulda Castle
Krimuldas pils
Krimulda Castle is located in Latvia
Krimulda Castle
Krimulda Castle
Coordinates57°10′15″N 24°49′55″E / 57.170833°N 24.831944°E / 57.170833; 24.831944
Site information
ConditionRuins
Site history
Built14th century
Built byRiga High Council
Demolished1601
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The Krimulda Castle (German: Burg Kremon) is located just outside Sigulda, Sigulda Municipality in the Vidzeme region of Latvia and is a tourist attraction. The castle dates from the 14th century and was destroyed in a war in 1601.[1] Prince Liven’s living house was built in the classic style. The manor complex consists of steward’s house, coach house, Swiss cottage, etc. Home wine tasting is available by prior arrangement.

  1. ^ "Krimuldas pilsdrupas" (in Latvian). vietas.lv. Retrieved 2010-11-28.