Lihula was appointed in 1211 by Riga archbishop Albert to be the centre of Estonia's bishopric. Instead of ancient Estonians stronghold that was on the hill a new stone stronghold was built in 1238. The owners of the stronghold were Danes, Swedes, Germans and Russians. At present time only stronghold walls are extant in ruins.
Interesting to know:
So far the excavations showed that Lihula Bishop Stronghold represents one of the most unique fortifications of 13th century in Baltics. The core of it was highly placed main stronghold. In the North and West directions in addition to wall it was protected by abrupt slopes of main terrace and trench filled with water.
Location: Dirhami küla / Derhamn, Noarootsi vald, Läänemaa
Dirham was a domain of Estonian Swedes. Until 1944 that is. The
Osmussaare earthquake of 4.75 magnitudes on Richter’s Scale
took place just opposite to Dirham – being the strongest ever
rumour spread it really was an explosion on a Soviet subma...
Location: Lossiplats 1, Haapsalu linn, Läänemaa, 90502
The Haapsalu Bishop’s Castle and Cathedral, which was established in the 13th century as the centre of the Saare-Lääne Diocese, is one of the best preserved castles in Estonia.
Visit the museum complex in the convent building where you will find ...
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