Nevitsky Castle Is The Oldest Architectural Landmark Of The Carpathians Stock Image

Nevitsky Castle is the oldest architectural landmark of Uzhgorod, located on the top of a picturesque hill. Under the assumptions of scientists, it was built in the 13 century on the site of a wooden structure. The authenticity of the castle has no analogues throughout Europe.The first mention of Nevitsky Castle, as a royal structure, dates back to 1274 year. At that time, he acted as the controlling building of an important trade route to the Uzhhorod Pass. Later, it was a kind of fortress for the feudal lords of the Transcarpathian region, who protested against the royal rule of Charles the First Robert. Duget`s coffins owned Nevitsky castles for three centuries, reconstructing it in Italian style.The legend tells of the `evil maiden` who, in order to build the castle, issued an order to select from the people the eggs and milk necessary for the building materials. She severely punished all protesting residents. On the `evil girl` complained throughout the district that reached the very King Matyash. He summoned the woman to the trial, but she did not show up.