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Teilingen Castle

Netherlands, South Holland, Vorhout, Teylingen

Description:

Teilingen Castle is located in the village of Teilingen near the town of Vorhout. It was the ancestral estate of the noble family Van Teilingen. The beginning of the construction of the castle dates back to the XIII century. The castle was surrounded by a deep moat with water, which created an additional defensive capability. Now there are ruins from the castle – this is the foundation and partially preserved walls of the castle.

The castle began to collapse in the XVI century during the constant feudal wars. In the XIX century it was only ruins and passed to the state. Created in the XX century, the foundation of Teilingen Castle helped it to survive and preserve its historical beauty for posterity. Now the ruins of Teilingen Castle are a national monument, they can be visited and seen.

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