Victoria Bastion

The Victoria Bastion is a fortified structure designed by Erik Dahlberg in Narva, Estonia built in 1683–1704.^[1] It is one of the seven Narva Bastions. The bastion was destroyed in 1704 during the Great Northern War between Sweden and Russia and was rebuilt after the war. It is officially listed as part of the cultural heritage in Estonia.^[2]

Narva's largest bat colony lives in the bastion.^[3]

References

External links

• Narva's bastions

59°22′52″N 28°12′15″E / 59.38111°N 28.20417°E / 59.38111; 28.20417

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Narva landmarks

Buildings and structures

• Town Hall
• Hermann Castle
• Narva Bastions (Victoria Bastion)
• Swedish Lion Monument
• Cathedral of the Resurrection of Christ
• Alexander's Cathedral
• Narva Power Plants

Precincts

• Old Town
• Kreenholm

Nature and parks

• Narva River
• Narva Falls
• Dark Garden

Beaches

• Recreation area of Joaorg and beach

Cultural institutions

• Narva Museum (with Narva Art Gallery)
• Ilmarine Theatre

Science and education

• Narva College of the University of Tartu

Sports

• Narva Kreenholmi Stadium

Transportation

• Railway station
• Bus