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Bolkow Castle, Poland 🇵🇱

Bolków Castle is one of the most impressive medieval fortresses in southwestern Poland. Built on a rocky hill overlooking the town of Bolków, it was strategically positioned to defend important trade routes through the region.

The castle was founded in the 13th century by the Bolesław II the Bald and later expanded by Bolko I the Strict, from whom the town takes its name. It became a powerful defensive stronghold guarding the borders of the Silesian duchies.

Over the centuries, Bolków Castle withstood numerous conflicts and was strengthened with impressive Gothic fortifications, including its distinctive wedge-shaped tower designed to resist attacks.

Stacy Peralta at a Zephyr team demo at the Los Angeles Convention Center circa 1975.

Photograph: Craig Stecyk lll