Malbork - information about the city
Malbork [ˈmalbɔrk] (German: Marienburg); Lithuanian: Marienburgas; Latin: Civitas Beatae Virginis) is a town in northern Poland in the Żuławy region (Vistula delta), with 38,478 inhabitants (2006). Situated in the Pomeranian Voivodeship since 1999, it was previously assigned to Elbląg Voivodeship (1975–1998). It is the capital of Malbork County.
Founded in the 13th century by the Teutonic Knights, the town is noted for its Gothic Malbork Castle.
Source of description http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Warmian-Masurian_Voivodeship
Malbork - tourist attractions
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Malbork Castle | Malbork Castle is one of the biggest Gothic castles in the world. In 1997 it was added to the list of UNESCO. This defence fortress is composed of 3 parts: low castle, medium castle and high castle. From year 1309 till 1457 the castle was the main residence of the grand master of Teutonic Order and ... |
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Relevant data
Geographical coordinates:
54.0333, 19.05
Approximate population: 1,427,091
Approximate population: 1,427,091
The oldest constructions
- Malbork Castle (1278 - ?, ?)
Most active architects
- Conrad Steinbrecht (1)
- Gerard Denhoff (1)
Famous architects born in the city
- Gerard Denhoff (1)
Famous architects who died in the city
- Conrad Steinbrecht (1)
- Gerard Denhoff (1)