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The Iron Maiden of Fagaras Castle
Rocking the modern perceptions of the #MiddleAges, the Iron Maiden found at Fagaras #Castle, #Romania, is a medieval torture device that is real, and yet not. #medieval #history #travelphotography #IB6 #castle
Rocking the modern perceptions of the Middle Ages, the Iron Maiden found at Fagaras Castle, Romania, is a medieval torture device that is real, and yet not.
The stone castle of Făgăraş was first mentioned (that we know of) in 1455, but the initial fortification, built with sturdy fir trees from the nearby forests, goes back to 12th – beginning of the 13th century.
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Engraving of the Făgăraș…
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