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- Lida Castle is 141 metres (463 ft) above sea level. The site selected for the castle is naturally defended by the Kamenka and Lida rivers to east and west.
- In 1323, the construction of the Lida Castle was started by decree of Gedimin in order to close the way to the center of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania.
- Lida castle is a unique architectural monument in Romanesque-Gothic style. It was built in the town of Lida in order to serve as a defense against the crusaders.
- Belarus: Lida – Lida Castle. The spectacular medieval castle in Lida is little known outside Belarus but is one of the oldest fortifications in Eastern Europe.
- In its plan, the walls of the Lida castle look like a trapezium. ... The Lida Castle was destroyed in 1659 but now it was restored and it is available to visit.
- The castle in Lida (Lida Castle) was built in the 14th century by Prince Gediminas: history, description, photos and how to get to the castle in the city of Lida.
- In 1406, the family of Yury of Smolensk was locked up in Lida as hostages; his attempt to take the castle and liberate them was not successful.
- Located in the city of Lida, Belarus, Lida Castle is one of the most impressive and historically significant monuments in the country.
- The Lida Castle was founded by the Great Duke of Lithuania Gediminas, in 1323. It was a part of defensive line against the Teutonic order.