The Ministry of Development has approved funding of 6.7 million lei for the reconstruction of the Rákóczi Castle in Gyimesbükk, the RMDSZ website announced the news. I want to finish the work in two years.
The news was reported by Székelyhon
"This result is the most praiseworthy of the locals, who came together. The government team supports the renovation of the castle through the Ministry of Development," said Deputy Prime Minister Kelemen Hunor. The former castle ruin on the border has historical significance for Transylvanian Hungarians, we are rebuilding this important monument, a piece of our history - rmdsz.ro quotes Minister of Development Attila Cseke.
The reconstruction of Rákóczi Castle, which is at the thousand-year mark, was initiated by the retired school director András Deáky. During the renovation works, the building will be restored using authentic building materials, and an exhibition hall and a cafe will be set up for visitors. The reconstruction must be completed by the end of 2023.
The castle was built by the Transylvanian prince Gábor Bethlen around 1626 as a watchtower, the building was built at the beginning of the 18th century in II. Ferenc Rákóczi confirmed it, which is when it got its current name. The castle played a triple role, on the one hand it was a guard place, on the other hand it was used as a customs office, and after 1710 it was also used as a prison.
