Stroll along the watchtower road of the fortress in Archita.
The Church in Archita
The church in the Mureșan locality of Archita is very well preserved, although it is one of the lesser-known fortresses and has dimensions and beauty similar to those of the fortresses in Biertan or Moșna.
Construction and Features
The construction of this fortress began in the 14th century, and of the nine defensive towers it originally had, six still stand today. Within these towers, one can observe the openings through which those tasked with defending the fortress poured tar and water on the enemy.
The Gothic Church
In the center of the fortress, there is a Gothic church, also fortified, with a bell tower built in the 14th century.
Unique Fortification
The fortification at Archita is quite unique, thanks to its double rectangular enclosure, crossed by a watch path. The walls of the two enclosures reach a height of nearly seven meters.
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