It was built in 14th century Moldavia during Petru I of Moldavia’s reign and expanded in the 15th century. The citadel played a key role in Stephen III of Moldavia’s defense system, along with Suceava, Hotin, Soroca, Orhei, Tighina, Chilia and Cetatea Albǎ.





Trap at the end of the acces bridge
External bastion
The gate of Citadel

- View of Citadel
View of Citadel
View of Citadel
Courtyard
Courtyard
Courtyard

Courtyard
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Coutyard
Fountain in the interior courtyard
An room in the Citadel
South-East Tower
Citadel prison
Chapel Sf.Nicolae
Ruler's place
Plan of the north parto of the Citadel
Council room
Room of the Citadel
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