Zbarazh Castle
Zbarazh Castle
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Zbarazh Castle is one of the masterpieces of the fortification of the Ternopil region, widely known thanks to the events connected with the national liberation struggle of Ukrainian Cossacks, led by Hetman Bohdan Khmelnytsky.A fortified settlement has existed in Zbarazh in medieval times (original fortress is attributed to 1211), but after the destruction of the Mongol-Tatars for many centuries it wasn’t restored. Only in 1626, it was decided to build a strong castle-fortress on the castle hill, which had contributed to the defense of the city from the Russian troops, and the troops of the expanding Ottoman Empire, supported by the Crimean khan.
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Ed D
Kyiv, Ukraine330 contributions
Aug 2015 • Family
Founded in XIII century, the fortress was significantly rebuilt in the end of XVII – beginning of XVIII century. Used to be a seat of princes of Zbarazh, who owned huge territories in Ukraine. Then owned by Wiśniowiecki princes, junior branch of Zbarach family. Place of Siege of Zbarazh of 1649, during the war that led to establishment of the Ukrainian Cossack sovereign state. The castle looks rather like an overgrown provincial mansion of XVII century. The main value of the place is historical, so, it is recommended to do your reading before going to Zbarazh.
What to expect:
• A beautiful fortress that looks more like a huge XVIII century mansion (or a provincial palace)
• Accessible walls, towers and dungeons
• Exhibition of paintings
What not to expect:
• Not accessible by car. You will need to walk 0.5 mile through a nice park
• No costumed historical reenactment. No wax figures
• No well-guided audio tours or markings of places and exhibits
• No air-conditioned premises
Price of the entrance ticket: $1
Recommendations:
• Do your reading before coming
What to expect:
• A beautiful fortress that looks more like a huge XVIII century mansion (or a provincial palace)
• Accessible walls, towers and dungeons
• Exhibition of paintings
What not to expect:
• Not accessible by car. You will need to walk 0.5 mile through a nice park
• No costumed historical reenactment. No wax figures
• No well-guided audio tours or markings of places and exhibits
• No air-conditioned premises
Price of the entrance ticket: $1
Recommendations:
• Do your reading before coming
Written 16 August 2015
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Jarek
Gdynia, Poland612 contributions
Jul 2014 • Family
Zbarazh castle is really nice. Enter is very cheap and there are a lot of places worth to see. When the waether is good you can have a long walk near the castle. Very beautiful area.
Written 23 January 2015
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Raficus
Chicago, IL87 contributions
Jun 2014 • Friends
I have been there already three times between 2005-2013 and whenever I go there, it is nicer and improved. People who work there, mostly ladies, are very friendly. Moreover, the museum changes the exhibitions so if you been there, do not hesitate to go there again with your friends.
Written 4 September 2014
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Iryna
Kyiv, Ukraine723 contributions
Oct 2016 • Friends
Zbarazh Castle is a nice attraction to visit especially with children. Entrance fee is UAH 25 for an adult and you won't be disappointed. Many castles in Ternopil region were ruined but this one was rebuilt and now works as a museum and place of Ukrainian cultural heritage. There are a lot of exhibitions inside the castle, I was particularly impressed by the statues of cossaks carved from linden by the artist.I'd also recommend to visit the park nearby and to see the walls which were built to protect the castle from the hostile tribes.
Written 23 October 2016
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Valeri R
Malmö, Skåne Län, Sweden9 contributions
Jun 2014 • Family
The castle was built in 1626-1631. Designed by Italian architect Vincenzo Scamozzi, construction work led by military engineer Andrea del Aqua, probably by G. van Peena and expensed by brothers Jerzy (George) and Krzysztof (Christopher) Zbarazkiy. Project of castle first has been described in V.Skamotstsy treatise "On the idea of a universal architecture" (another translation - "The idea of the overall architecture", Venice, 1615), was later embodied in Zbarazh. 1675 Castle captured and burned by the Turks.
In the 19th century in castle working sugar mill, under the command of General Bem
In the 19th century in castle working sugar mill, under the command of General Bem
Written 17 October 2014
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Paradise757905
Kyiv, Ukraine1 contribution
May 2018 • Family
If you have never paid 20 euro for non commercial video-you must visit this castle. Nightmare. Nevertheless the castle isn’t so bad. Make sense to take an excursion.
Written 28 May 2018
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