Tukuk-OS🏰 Otepää Castle
Estonia · Europe · 58.06°N, 26.50°E
Otepää Castle was a stronghold of the Ugandi Estonians in Otepää, later controlled by the Bishop of Tartu and his vassals. Otepää Castle was one of the most prominent centers of ancient Estonia and a crucial hub in Southern Estonia, being one of Estonia's strongest ancient fortresses, located atop the highest hillfort in the region. The fortress remained in use for nearly a millennium, during which it witnessed bloody battles, was burned down multiple times, and rebuilt. The fortress lent its name to the town of Otepää and the parish of Otepää.
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Quick facts
| Country | Estonia |
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| Continent / region | Europe |
| Coordinates (approx.) | 58.06°N, 26.50°E · view on map |
Otepää Castle is located in Estonia, in Europe.
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