The Medieval Citadel

Built in the 17th century, the present citadel was erected on the site of an older fortification, from 1492, which belonged to Báthori István, the voivode of Transylvania. It was destroyed when the Habsburg troops led by general Georgio Basta entered the town, in 1601. A year later, during the mandate of mayor Borsos Tamás reconstruction works began, in a pentagonal shape, with 7 bastions, 5 of which were built by the strongest guilds in town at that time (the tailors, the coopers, the furriers, the shoemakers and the butchers), being interconnected by 10 meter high walls and surrounded by a 10m wide and 8m deep moat. Today the citadel has been completely renovated and it represents an important attraction for both the locals, and the tourists. 

Discover the history of the Citadel!
We offer free guided tours, from Monday to Friday between 8:00 and 15:00 at the Fortress. Book now for an appointment by calling +40 (787) 709 606.

And if you feel like discovering the citadel on your own, you can do it in a fun way, through the interactive tour developed by the FORCAMP Association, where your mobile phone will be your guide. Start the tour by clicking HERE.

Virtual tour - as if you were there

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