Laarne Castle, Belgium

Laarne Castle, Belgium

Located in Laarne, Belgium, it is a castle with a long history. Built around 1200 years ago, it was originally a wooden structure. Subsequently, the foundation was raised and a more sturdy building was constructed. Around 1300, castles began to be built using stone, forming the current watchtower. In less than a century and a half, the castle area developed into a complete castle with a moat. Witnessing hundreds of years of historical changes in Belgium, it is an important cultural heritage of Belgium. It has extremely high historical value and is also an important example for studying medieval castle architecture. The architectural style and structural layout reflect the political, economic, and cultural characteristics of the society at that time.