Lubart's Castle from Lutsk | Луцьк, Ukraine

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Lutsk is one of the most ancient cities of Ukraine. Its historical centre is located near the river Styr and the name come from the old Ukrainian word “luka”, i.e. a meadow, a flood-land place in a river arch.

Lutsk High Castle, also known as Lubart's Castle, began its life in the mid-14th century as the fortified seat of Gedymin's son Lubart, the last ruler of united Galicia-Volhynia. It is the most prominent landmark of Lutsk, Ukraine and as such appears on the 200 hryvnia bill.

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From a large series of definitives, a Kumanets (right) (stoneware for water) and a Crock (left).