Torsburgen

Torsburgen
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Torsburgen is an ancient hillfort in Kräklingbo on Gotland island in the Baltic Sea. Constructed in the 1st-4th century, it remained in use until the 12th century. [1] The fort covers approximately 1.2 km² and is protected by high cliffs with defensive wall sections extending almost 2 km in total length. [1] Featured in the medieval Gutasaga, the plateau is now a nature reserve. [1]

TypeFortress/citadel
Period1 - 500 AD
CountrySweden
Coordinates57.4126° N, 18.7208° E

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